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Community Planning and Economic Development

Introduction

Large Animals only New Policy. Exhibitors with more than one species will have priority parking in the lower parking lot on Sunday morning for haul out. The Exhibitors will be given a tag/number prior to haul out. Exhibitors will be able to pick up their species in the barns order. (Pig Barn, Sheep-Goat, Llama and then on to Beef Barn in that order). If you need one species from another barn before the first barn order then you will have to pick up the species you want in first and then loop around and get back in line to pick up the next species. NO ONE WILL BE ALLOWED TO WALK THEIR ANIMALS ACROSS FROM ONE DEFINED AREA TO ANOTHER. No Horse will be allowed to walk up the hill to another barn to be loaded. This requirement protects animals from cross contamination and ALL exhibitors are expected to comply.

Open Class Floral General Information

​General Chairman and Floral Department Superintendent
Becky Flaherty  360-955-1708    beckyflaherty88@yahoo.com

"Just Kidding Around"

A National Garden Club Standard Flower Show

Presented by Black Hills District of Garden Clubs

Open and free to the public with exhibits and gardening and design demonstrations.  Adult Thurston and Lewis County residents, Washington State Federation of Garden Clubs members and youth aged Pre-K - 18 may enter.

We would like to encourage the public to enter these categories.  Please call Becky Flaherty or any of the Consultants in the section you are interested in for more information.

Public viewing hours:

July 26 - 27, 2023  10am - 9pm
July 28-29, 2023    10am -10pm
July 30, 2023           10am - 8pm

GENERAL INFORMATION AND RULES
ENTRIES: Horticulture, Design and Special Exhibits entries will be accepted between 3:00 pm and 7pm on Monday, July 24, 2023 in the Thurston Expo Center.
ADVANCED REGISTRATION is required in Divisions II, III, IV, and V Friday, July 14 (Contact Section Consultant listed below in Schedule). EVERY EXHIBIT IN DIVISION II, III, IV AND V MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A LISTING OF THE NAMES OF THE PLANTS USED IN THE EXHIBIT.
CLASSIFICATION: Chairmen/Consultants in each Section shall check for conformity to the schedule.
SPECIAL ENTRY TAGS for Open Class Floral are available from the Fair Office, the Floral Department Superintendent and Black Hills District Club Presidents. A list of the Clubs and contact information for Club Presidents can be found at www.blackhillsdistrict.com/clubs. They must be completed in pencil.

EXHIBITORS: May be any resident in Thurston and Lewis County and all members of the Black Hills District of Garden Clubs and Washington State Federation of Garden Clubs. Also, National Garden Clubs Student Judges may enter any adult class.

DAYS AND HOURS: The show will be open to the public at 10 AM each day of the Fair from Wednesday through Sunday, and close at 9:00 PM Wednesday & Thursday, and 10:00 PM Friday & Saturday until the end of the Fair, Sunday, at 8 PM.
JUDGING: Judging will take place Tuesday, July 25, at 10:00 a.m.  The General Chairman and the Classification Chairmen for each Division are available during judging for possible consultation.  They, along with the judges and clerks, are the only personnel allowed on the floor during judging.
AWARDS: The Flower Show conforms to the standards established by National Garden Clubs, Inc. (NGC), page 5.  The Handbook for Flower Shows (HB), 2017 edition, with revisions printed in the National Gardener Magazine (TNG) is the authority for all issues not covered by the schedule, which is the law of the show.  The HB is available at local libraries and from Black Hills District Garden Club members.  A list of the Clubs and contact information for Club Presidents can be found at www.blackhillsdistrict.com/club.  Stickers will indicate 1st Place, exhibit must score 90 or more (Blue), 2nd place, 85 or more (red), 3rd place, 80 or more (yellow) and Honorable Mention, 75 or more (white). The entry card with sticker may be exchanged for ribbons in the Fairground Office at the end of the fair. The decisions of the judges will be final. Any award may be withheld if the requirements are not met.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Show Committee will take all possible care to protect exhibits but will not be responsible for loss or damage.
CONSERVATION LIST: Plants on the Washington State Conservation List may not be used in this show unless grown by the Exhibitor or obtained in a legal manner.
FRESH PLANT MATERIAL shall be emphasized in this show.
NO ARTIFICIAL "PLANT" MATERIAL is permitted in any Division.
REPLACING PLANT MATERIAL: Wilted plant material may be replaced each morning before 9:30 AM.
REMOVAL OF EXHIBITS: Exhibits may be removed Sunday, July 30, after the Fair closes, between 8 - 9 PM, and must be removed between 9 AM and 11 AM on Monday, July 31. Please let the Superintendent know if there will be any problem in removing an exhibit.
NON-COMPLIANCE: Those not complying with these rules forfeit all prizes.
POLICIES: The NGC exhibit policies are printed in the HB, Chapter 7, Exhibiting in the Design Division, NGC Policies and Guideline.

A Group of goats is called a tribe or a trip. The Sections in this Division are named for Goat breeds.

Horticulture Entry Chairman/Consultant:  Dorrie Carr   360-923-5896   hdcarr@outlook.com

WIN 1ST, 2ND, 3RD AND HONORABLE MENTION RIBBONS AND BEAUTIFUL ROSETTES

Entries in Division I are eligible for the Betty Belcher Horticulture Award, NGC Award of Horticulture Excellence, Award of Merit, Arboreal Award, Growers Choice Award, Marvalee Peterschick Award, and Thurston County Fair Awards; the Lily Award, the Glad Award, the Vine Award, the Rose Award, the Posey Award, the Gourmet Award, the Harvest Award and People’s Choice Award.

HORTICULTURE RULES:
The Sunset Western Garden Book will be used as reference authority

  1.  General Requirements
          a.  All plant material MUST BE fresh and grown by the exhibitor.
          b.  Cut annuals and biennials must have been in the Exhibitor’s possession from seeds, cuttings or immature plants for at least 90 days; perennials for at least 90
               days; bulbous blooms from planting of bulb, tuber, corm, for at least 90 days.
          c.  Container-grown plants must have been in Exhibitor’s possession at least 90 days. Exceptions: Multiple plantings and combination plantings must have been in
               the Exhibitor’s possession and growing together at least six weeks.
  2. Entry tags are available at the Fair Office, to be filled out in pencil in advance, if possible.
  3. All specimens must be correctly named by Genus, species and/or cultivar/ variety. This name may be found in the Sunset Western Garden Book or online. Common name may also be given.
  4. An exhibitor may enter as many exhibits as desired in any class or sub-class provided each exhibit is a different cultivar, color or type. The Committee will sub-divide classes by variety/cultivar, color or type for judging.
  5. Exhibitors must provide clear (uncolored) glass bottles for cut specimens. Your bottle(s) must be picked up on Sunday, July 30, 8pm - 9pm or Monday, July 31st between 9 and 11 am.  After 11am, remaining bottles will be discarded.
  6. All specimens must be properly conditioned and groomed (cleaned). No shining agents are permitted.
  7. Cut specimens should not have any foliage below water line. Wedging with plastic wrap or any other unobtrusive material is permitted.
  8. Cut specimen length is not to exceed 30" except where noted.
  9. Due to space limitations, containers in Sections L and M may be no larger than 12" in diameter; Sections N Combination Plantings may be up to 16" in diameters. Double potting is permitted.
  10. Youth horticulture will be entered in Division IV Youth Exhibits, Section A. Class 14. All horticulture rules apply.

GLOSSARY FOR HORTICULTURE

ARBOREAL: Pertaining to trees and shrubs.
BLOOM: An individual flower, usually between 1/2 and 3/4 open.
BUD: An undeveloped flower (or leaf ).
CULTIVAR: A cultivated variety of a plant.
FRESH PLANT MATERIAL: Any part severed from a living plant and in good condition.
SCAPE: A bare, leafless flower stem arising from the ground. Example: daylily, daffodil.
SPIKE: A lengthened flower cluster in which flowers are practically stemless. Example: Gladiolus, snapdragon.
SPRAY: A group of florets on a branched stem, each on its own stalk.
STEM: The major supporting structure in plants to which buds, leaves and flowers are attached at regular intervals at points called nodes.

Section "A" - ANNUALS
​"Angora"

Eligible for Award of Merit     

Class

  1. Antirrhinum majus (Snapdragon) one spike
  2. Calendula officinalis (Calendula) three stems
    a. same color
    b. mixed colors
  3. Callistephus chinensis (China Aster) three stems
    a. same color
    b. mixed colors
  4. Centaurea cynus (Bachelor’s Button) three stems
    a. same color
    b. mixed colors
  5. Cosmos - 3 stems
    a. same color
    b. mixed colors
  6. Dianthus (Carnations) - three stems
  7. Godetia (Clarkia) - three stems
  8. Gypsophila elegans (Baby’s Breath) - one stem
  9. Helianthus (Sunflower) one stem or spray
  10. Helichrysum bracteatum (Strawflowers) - three stems
    a. same color
    b. mixed colors
  11. Lathyrus odoratus (Sweet Peas) - six stems
  12. Lavetera trimestris (Lavatera) - one spray
  13. Limonium sinuatum (Statice) - three stems
    a. same color
    b. mixed colors
  14. Nigella (Love-in-a-Mist) - one spray
  15. Petunia x hybrida (Petunia hybrids) - one spray
    a. single
    b. double
    c. ruffled
    d. other
  16. Rudbeckia hirta (Gloriosa Daisy) - 3 stems
  17. Salpiglossis sinuata (Painted-tongue) - 1 spray
  18. Schizanthus pinnatus (Poor-man’s Orchid) - 1 spray
  19. Tagetes (Marigolds)
    a. T. erecta (African oramerican) - 1 stem
    b. T. patula (French) - 3 stems
    c. Any other Tagetes - 1 stem if tall, 3 stems if small
  20. Tropaeolum majus (Nasturtiums) - 3 stems
    a.  Singles
               1. same color
               2. mixed colors
    b.  Doubles
               1.  same color
               2.  mixed colors
  21. Viola (Pansy) - 3 stems
  22. Zinnia
    a. Small flowered (under 1 1/2") - 3 stems
    b. Large flowered - 1 stem
  23. Any other garden grown annual not listed.
    No roadside flowers will be accepted in this Class.

 

Section "B" - PERENNIALS FROM FLESHY ROOTS
"Barbari"

Eligible for Lily Award and Award of Merit
(Bulbs, corms, rhizomes, tubers other than Gladiolus and Dahlias) 

Class

  1. Agapanthus (Lily-of-the-Nile) - 1 stem
  2. Allium (Garlic/onion Seed Head) - 1 stem if large, 3 if small
  3. Alstroemeria - 1 spray
  4. Crocosmia (Montbretia) - 3 stems
  5. Hemerocallis (Daylily) - one scape
  6. Lillium (Lily) - 1 stem
  7. Begonia (Tuberous Begonia) - one bloom, stem 1" to 2" long
  8. Any other perennial from fleshy roots not listed.

Section "C" – FLOWERING PERENNIALS
" Cashmere"
(Other than fleshy rooted under Section "B" above)

Eligible for Award of Merit

Class

  1. Achillea (Yarrow) - 3 stems
  2. Aster - 1 spray
    a. A. frickartii
    b. A.novi-belgii (Michaelmas Daisy)
    c. Other garden asters
  3. Chrysanthemum (Daisies)
    a. C. maximum (Shasta Daisy) - 3 stems
    b. C. coccineum (Painted Daisy, Pyrethrum) - 3 stems
    c. C. frutescens (Marguerite) - 1 spray
    d. Other early garden mums
  4. Delphinium - 1 spike
  5. Gypsophila paniculata (Baby’s Breath) - 1 stem
  6. Limonium latifolium (Statice) - 1 stem
  7. Phlox paniculata (Phlox) - 1 scape
  8. Physalis alkekengi (Chinese Lantern)- 1 stem
  9. Any other flowering perennial

​Section "D" - FOLIAGE PERENNIALS
"Dutch Landrace"
(other than fleshy rooted under Section B. above)

Eligible for Award of Merit

Class

  1. Artemisia – 1 stem
  2. Hosta - 3 leaves
    a. same variety
    b. three varieties, - 1 leaf each, card with names attached to entry card
  3. Phormium tenax (New Zealand Flax) - 1 leaf, may exceed 30"
  4. Senecio cineraria (Dusty Miller) - 1 stem
  5. Any other perennial grown primarily for foliage

Section "E" - ORNAMENTAL GRASSES
(may have plumes, may exceed 30" to show gracefulness)

"Erzgebirge

Eligible for Award of Merit 

Class:

  1. Bamboo - 1 stem cut no more than 36" long
    a. Clumping
    b. Running
  2. Carex (Sedge) - 5 stems, length appropriate to variety
  3. Cortaderia selloanna (Pampas Grass) - 3 stems, length in proportion to plume
  4. Miscanthus sinensis (Eulalia Grass) - 5 stems, length appropriate to variety
  5. Any other grass-like perennial

Section "F" - DAHLIAS
"Fainting Goat"

 Eligible for Dahlia Award

Dahlias must:

  1. have only one bloom per stem
  2. have at least one pair of leaves (stem must be long enough for leaves to be above bottle rim)

SINGLE ENTRIES - One stem each variety

Class

  1. Bloom over 10"
  2. Bloom 8" to 10"
  3. Decorative.
    a. Bloom 6" to 8"
    b. Bloom 4" to 6" 
  4. Cactus
    a. Bloom 6" to 8"
    b. Bloom 4" to 6"
  5. Waterlily
  6. Ball (over 3 1/2")
  7. Other types not listed above (peony, anemone, collarette, single, orchid, novelty, etc.)

MINIATURE ENTRIES - 3 stems each variety

  1. Miniature (under 4") Decorative
  2. Miniature (under 4") Cactus
  3. Mini balls (2" to 3 1/2")
  4. Pompoms (2" and under)

​Section "G" - GLADIOLUS
"Girgentana"

Eligible for the Glad Award 

Note: Gladiolus are entered with attached leaves, preferably two for balance (leaves may be under water). The length of the stem should be in good balance to the blooms and very straight. The spike should have about one-third tight buds, one-third showing color, and one-third open blooms. Wedging with plastic wrap, Styrofoam or any other unobtrusive material is encouraged so that the spike stands as straight as possible. (Plastic wrap available from Show Committee.)

 The Show Committee will sub-divide Gladiolus by color before judging.

  1. Miniature - under 2 1/2" - 1 spike
  2. Small - 2 1/2" to 3 1/2" - 1 spike
  3. Medium - 3 1/2" to 4 1/2" - 1 spike
  4. Large - 4 1/2" to 5 1/2" - 1 spike
  5. Extra-large - 5 1/2" or larger - 1 spike
  6. Three (3) spikes of same size, same or mixed colors

Section H. - VINES
"Hejazi"

Eligible for the Vine Award

Vines should be between 12" and 24" long

Class

  1.  Clematis
    a. deciduous
    b. evergreen
  2. Fatshedera
  3. Hedera (Ivy)
  4. Humulus (Hops)
  5. Hydrangea anomala (Climbing Hydrangea)
  6. Lonicera (Honeysuckle)
  7. Any other vining plant grown for summer interest

Section " I". - ROSES
"Irish"

 Eligible for the Rose Award

Class:

  1. Hybrid Tea or Grandiflora,
    a. one stem, one bloom per stem without side buds
    b. one spray, not disbudded, three or more florets
  2. Floribunda, one spray
  3. Climbing Rose, one spray
  4. Polyantha, one spray
  5. Rugosa or Hybrid Rugosa, one stem
  6. David Austin English Rose, one stem
  7. Miniature Rose
    a. one stem, disbudded
    b. one spray
  8. Any other Rose
    a. one stem
    b. one spray

Section J. - FLOWERING SHRUBS & TREES

"Jamnapari"

Eligible for the Arboreal and Marva Lee Peterschick Awards

One branch not less than 12" or more than 30" long is permitted. (A branch more than 30" and less than 60" can be entered in Division V, Section A Class 16.  Preregistration is required.

Class: (must be in bloom)

  1. Cotinus coggygria (Smoke Tree)
    a. Green
    b. C.c. ‘Purpureus’ (Purple)
  2. Fuchsia - cut branch
  3. Hibiscus syriacus (Rose of Sharon)
  4. Hydrangea - bloom will be sub-divided by color
    a. H. macrophylla (big leaf )
    b. H. petolaris (lace cap)
    c. Any other type Hydrangea
  5. Magnolia grandiflora - with bloom
  6. Any other flowering shrub/tree in bloom
    Note: Buddleia davidii (Butterfly Bush) will not be accepted because it is on the Washington State Noxious Weed list. 

Section "K" SHRUBS & TREES
"Kalbian"

Eligible for the Arboreal Award.

Other than flowering. Grown for summer interest due to foliage color or bold form. One branch not less than 12" or more than 30" long is permitted. (A branch more than 30" and less than 60" can be entered in Division V, Section A Class 16. (Pre-registration is required).

Class:

  1. Acer (Maple)
    a. A. rubrum Scarlet
    b. A. nugundo (Box Elder)
    c. A. palmatum (Japanese)
    d. Any other maple (named)
  2. Aucuba japonica (Japanese Aucuba)
    a. spotted
    b. colored margins
    c. green
  3. Berberis thunbergii (Barberry - Japanese)
    a. green
    b. red
    c. other
  4. Fatsia - one leaf
  5. Ginko
  6. Mahonia (Oregon Grape)
  7. Nandina
  8. Any other shrub/tree grown for summer interest because of color, texture or berry

 

Section "L" - CONTAINER-GROWN PLANTS – FLOWERING
"LaMancha"

Eligible for Growers Choice Award

Note: Container grown plants must have been grown by the exhibitor for at least three (3) months. Exceptions: multiple plantings, such as planters, dish gardens, etc. must have been grown together, by the exhibitor, for at least six (6) weeks. Exhibits shall be subdivided by variety and color. The Show Committee will sub-divide as needed before judging. Due to space limitations, the container may be no larger than 16" in diameter. Combination Plantings may be up to 16" in diameter

If a plant is considered a flowering plant, it should be exhibited as a flowering specimen.  Foliage plants may flower, but it should be exhibited as a foliage plant if they are grown for their leaves. 

Class: 1 Flowering

  1. Begonia
    (1) B. semperflorens (Wax)
    (2) B. tuberhybrida (Tuberous)
  2. Fuchsia
  3. Orchidaceae (Orchid)
  4. Pelargonium (Geranium)
    (1) P. domesticum (Martha Washington)
    (2) P. hortorum (common geranium, includes variegated, fancy-leafed or colored-leafed)
    (3) P. peltatum (Ivy)
    (4) P. tomentosum & others (scented)
  5. Saintpaulia (African Violet)
    (1) single
    (2) double
    (3) trailing
    (4) Mini
  6. Any other flowering container-grown plant - in bloom

Class: 2 Foliage

  1. Begonia - Fibrous-rooted
    (1) B. masoniana (Iron Cross)
    (2) B. rex-cultorum (Rex)
  2. Cactus
    (1) single plant
    (2) two or more cacti - 1 container
  3. Crassula argentea (Jade plant)
  4. Sedums and succulents, one variety
  5. Any other container-grown foliage plant not listed above

Section "M" - CONTAINER-GROWN PLANTS – COMBINATION

"Mini Oberhasli"

Eligible for Growers Choice Award

Class:

  1. Combination of Cactus, Sedums and/or Succulents
  2. Combination of mixed varieties of flowering plants - in bloom
  3. Combination of mixed varieties of foliage plants
  4. Combination of flowering and foliage plants  

​Section "N" - EDIBLES
"Nigora"

Eligible for Harvest and Gourmet Awards 

Stem length in proportion to exhibit, uniformity important

Class: 1.

a. Allium (Chives) - 10 blades
b. Aloysia triphylla (Lemon Verbena) - 1 stem
c. Artemesia dracunculus (French Tarragon) - 1 stem
d. Borago officinalis (Borage) - 1 stem
e. Coriandrum sativum (Coriander) - 3 stems
f. Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) - 5 stems
g. Melissa officinalis (Lemon Balm) - 3 stems.
h. Mentha (Mint) - includes Pennyroyal - 1 stem
i. Ocimum basilicum (Basil) – 1 stem
j. Origanum (Oregano & Marjorams) - 3 stems
k. Petroselinum crispum (Parsley) - 1 stem
l. Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) - 1 stem
m. Prostrate - 1 stem
n. Upright - 1 stem
o. Salvia officinalis (Sage) - 1 stem
p. Thymus (Thyme) - 3 stems same variety
q. Any other named cut herb, number and length appropriate to variety

Note: Common Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is considered a noxious weed and will not be accepted. Exception: The variety Foeniculum vulgare azoricum known as ‘bulbing’ fennel is permissible.

Class 2: Fruits & Vegetables

FRUITS - should be clean and fresh, wiped, but not washed or polished

a. Berries - approximately 1/2 cup, shown in wrapped plastic glass
b. Tree fruit - three specimens each variety, named

VEGETABLES - In general, uniformity (same size, shape, color) in multiple specimen exhibits is desired.

c. Corn - three ears - trim shank to 1" from base, remove husk on 1/3 of each ear
d. Rhubarb - three stems, pulled, not cut, with 1" leaf on stalk

SALAD FIXINGS

e. Cucumber - three of a variety
f. Lettuce - one head, cleaned and groomed, may be washed, on styrofoam tray lightly       covered with plastic wrap (tray and wrap provided by the Show Committee)
g. Tomatoes - clean with soft cloth
      1) Large - one tomato
      2) Medium (Patio-type) - three specimens
      3) Small (cherry-type) - six specimens
      4) Cluster of small tomatoes (cherry, pear, etc.) with 1/3 showing color, 1/3 some color,          1/3 green
h. Pepper - three specimens
     1) Green
     2) Other

SQUASH - 1" stem attached, wipe clean gently

i. Crookneck - 4" to 8" long, three specimens
j. Pumpkin
   1) Large – one
    2) Mini - three
k. Spaghetti squash - one
l. Zucchini
   1) Small/medium - 4" to 8" long, three specimens
   2) Large - one specimen
m. Other squash, number depending on size of variety

CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES - generally one head, remove outer leaves only

n. Broccoli
o. Cabbage
      1) green
      2) red

p. Cauliflower
q. Kohlrabi - three specimens, same variety, - 2 - 2 1/2" diameter - cut tap root 1/2" below ball, trim leaf petioles to 2"

ROOT CROPS - less soil adheres if dug in dry weather

r. Beets - three specimens, same variety, 2" diameter ideal, trim tops to 1 1/2", remove small side roots but do not remove tap root. Brush or wash to remove soil
s. Carrots - three specimens, same variety, remove side roots, trim tap root to
1/2" diameter, trim tops to 2"
t. Onions
     1) Dry - 3 specimens, same variety. Do not remove outer scales, cut top to 1/2"
     2) Green - 6 specimens, same variety. Remove loose skin, cut tops 4" to 5" above white,     trim roots to 1/2"
u. Garlic
     1) Regular - 3 bulbs
     2) Elephant - one bulb
v. Potatoes - brush off soil gently, wash only if necessary, three specimens each variety, must be named
     1) white
     2) red
     3) yellow
    4) any other potato

LEGUMES - six specimens same variety each class

w. Beans
x. Peas
y. Snap peas

ANY OTHER VEGETABLE not mentioned above will be entered under the closest variety with entry tags marked "X"

Section "O" Any Other Horticulture Exhibit "Orobica"

Eligible for Award of Merit

(with consideration to available space & Horticulture Entry Chairman approval).

 

Design Entry Chairman/Consultant:

Debbie Spiller 206-755-3616 dunespill@gmail.com

WIN 1ST, 2ND, 3RD AND HONORABLE MENTION RIBBONS AND BEAUTIFUL ROSETTES

​National Garden Club Awards ​Washington State Federation of Garden Club Awards
​Award of Design Excellence ​Ellen Swenson Flower Arrangement Award
​Table Artistry Award ​Carolyn Erickson All Fresh Design Award
​Petite Award ​Phyllis Danielson Table Setting Awards 
​Designers Choice Awards ​Judith Juno Petite Design Award
​Recycle Award ​Brynn Tavasci Recycling Award

 

EVERY ENTRY IN DIVISION II, III, IV, AND V MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A LISTING OF THE NAMES OF THE PLANTS USED IN THE ENTRY.

Bring your design entry on Monday, July 24 between 3:00 and 7:00 p.m. to the Thurston Expo Center to be entered in the show.
Your container should be removed on Sunday July 30 after the fair closes, between 8-9 p.m. or Monday, July 31st between 9 - 11 a.m.

SPECIAL RULES FOR DESIGN

  1. Entries in this Division, Sections "A" through "C", must be pre-registered by  Friday,July 14, 2023 by calling the Consultant listed with each section.
  2. If after committing to an entry, a designer is unable to enter the class, it is the designer’s responsibility to find a replacement and notify the Section Consultant.
  3. Each design must have been created and placed by one exhibitor.
  4. Only one entry per exhibitor is allowed in any Class.
  5. A minimum of four (4) exhibits is required in each class.
  6. Absolutely NO artificial flowers, fruit or foliage permitted.
  7. FRESH plant material may not be treated in any manner, including dye or paint. Take care with commercially available flowers – some are dyed.
  8. Adult Design width is limited to approximately 24" of table space unless otherwise stated.
  9. Landscapes and/or scenes are not accepted in this Division.
  10. Exhibitors are responsible for keeping their exhibits in good condition for the duration of the Fair. FREE ADMITTANCE IS ALLOWED DAILY AT 9:30 AM
  11. Featured objects, accessories, container-grown plants growing in soil (where appropriate) and living plants with roots attached are permitted in all classes. Special effects are allowed where power is available.
  12. Living members of the Animal Kingdom are not permitted.
  13. Flags and Religious symbols, if used, must be used properly.
  14. FRESH plant material is to be emphasized in this show.
  15. Plant materials used in this division do not need to have been grown by the exhibitor and may be commercially grown. 
  16. Cut fruits or vegetables are permitted if sealed unobtrusively to discourage insects, odors and discoloration.
  17. Youth will enter their designs in Division IV, Section B. Class 15.
  18. Staging panels are allowed if used within the space permitted/allowed for each class.
  19. Designer is on his/her honor that the design being entered has not been previously entered or judged in an NGC Standard Flower Show.

GLOSSARY FOR DESIGN 
 
ACCESSORY: A subordinate object other than plant material used in a design e.g. a figurine, rock, etc.

BUFFET TABLE: In a Table Class, service for 4 or more with components conveniently and logically placed for ease of self-service.  At least 1 service piece required.  A decorative unit must be included.

CREATIVE LINE DESIGN: A Creative design in which line direction is dominant, characterized by open silhouette, a minimum of plant material and other components. Dominant feature is the movement in any direction, either vertically, horizontally, diagonally, etc.

CREATIVE MASS:  A Creative Design emphasizing a greater proportion of plant material and components other than space.

  1. The silhouette of the design is visually closed and rhythm contained within.
  2. Open spaces may be incorporated within the closed silhouette.

CREATIVE LINE MASS DESIGN: A Creative Design similar to a Creative Line Design except additional plant material and /or other optional components are included to add strength and depth to the design.

DECORATIVE UNIT: In a Table Class, floral designs with or without other components such as candles or other accessories if any.

DESIGNERS CHOICE: Designer's choice of all components

EXHIBITION TABLE SETTING: Not meant to be functional. Created artistically to suggest the service of food with no requirements as to the type or number of table appointments. Plant material must be used as needed for the overall design. Complete design not required unless per the schedule.

FUNCTIONAL TABLE SETTING: For two or more persons, the schedule will determine:

  1. Table planned and set for actual service of food.
  2. Convenience and sense of order must prevail.
  3. A decorative unit (complete floral design with/without candles and other accessories) must be included. A container-grown plant alone is not a design.

MULTIRHYTHMIC: A Creative Design with emphasis on two or more rhythms in the design with one rhythm dominating.

  1. Lines created two or more separate and distinct rhythms, each creating a different pattern and movement unlike the other.
  2. Lines may go in any direction, be continuous, interrupted and / or crossed.

PETITE DESIGN: A design of 3" to 12"; schedule determines height, width and depth.

Designs in this Division are eligible for WSFGC Past President Ellen B. Swenson Award, NGC Award of Excellence; NGC Petite Award and Local Thurston County Fair Top Awards.

Section "A" - "Little Kids"
Section Consultant:  Donna Armitage  360-567-6524  donna4869@comcast.net

Petite Designs

Eligible for the WSFGC Past President Carolyn Erickson All Fresh Award (Class 3) and WSFGC Past President Judith Juno Petite Design Awards.

Class:

  1. "Not Baaaaad" All dried Line Design not to exceed 5"  high staged on acrylic risers provided by the show committee on a table draped in black.
  2. "Nanny" A Designers Choice of all components not to exceed 8" tall staged on 12" x 12" area on a table draped in black.
  3. "Billy" All Fresh Mass Design not to exceed 12" high, staged on 15" x 15" of a 6' table draped in black.

Section "B" – "You've Goat to be Kidding Me"
Section Consultant:  Debbie Spiller  206-755-3616  dunespill@gmail.com

Designers Choice:  All fresh OR all dried OR a combination of plant material  
Eligible for the NGC Designers Choice Award 

Class:

4. "Beverly Hillbillies" - A design using a frame of any size staged on 30" x 30" of a 6' table draped in black.

5. "Let the Goat Times Roll" - A Creative Line Mass staged on a black open pedestal, 36" high with a 20" round top provided by the show committee.

 6. "What's Love Goat To Do With It?" - A Multi Rhythmic Design staged on 24" x 30" of an 8' table draped in black.

Section "C" - "Mairzy Goats"
Section Consultant: Sharon McKissick  360-273-4962  smckissick@aol.com

Table Setting

Eligible for Past President Phyllis Danielson Table Setting and NGC Table Artistry Award

Class:

7. "Mares Eat Oats"- An Exhibition Table for dinner staged on 24" x 30" of an 8' table draped in black. Decorative unit not required, must have some plant material.

8. "Does Eat Oats" - A Table for 4 staged for brunch staged on a 6' table draped in black. Decorative unit required.

9. "Little Lambs Eat Ivy" - A Kids Functional Table for breakfast for 2, staged on 24" x 30" of an 8' table, draped in black. Decorative unit required.

​"Mans Best Friend???"

Education Entry Chairman/Consultant:
Suzann Stahl, 360-791-7422, suzannstah1@gmail.com

 
Open to Black Hills District Garden Club members only. Contact your Club President for details. All displays will be stage on a 4' wide x 30" deep section of an 8' table.
 
Including plant material is preferred and must be listed.
Eligible for the NGC Educational Top Exhibitor Award and WSFGC Past President Carol Klingberg Educational Award.
 
Class: Competitive

10. Exhibit 1: 

11. Exhibit 2: 

12. Exhibit 3: 

​"Billy Goat's Gruff"  
Youth Entry Chairman/Consultant-all Youth Sections
Vicki Westerburg  360-497-5773  avwest@lewiscounty.com

Eligible for a Youth Achievement Award and the National Garden Club, Inc. Youth Top Exhibitor Award.

General requirements:
Exhibits are entered on Monday, July 24th between 3-7 p.m. at the Thurston Expo Center.
All entries in Section(s) B should be registered with the Youth Entry Chairman/Consultant no later than Friday, July 14th.
No pre-registration is needed for horticulture entries.

General Rules:

  1. Youth Exhibits are grouped as follows:
    • Junior - Preschool through age seven
    • Intermediate - Ages eight through twelve.
    • (ADV) High School – Ages 13 through 18.
  2. All National Garden Club policies and rules apply.
  3. All Horticulture entries must be grown by the exhibitor, although plants can be part of a family garden or yard.
  4. Entry cards for Section A will be filled out by exhibitor in advance.  They are available in the Fair office and from Black Hills District Presidents.  A list is available at www.blackhillsdistrict.com/clubs
  5. Section B, No artificial plant material allowed.  Plant material must be listed on a 3x5" white card.  Entry cards for Section B will be done by the Youth Entry Chairman/Consultant.

Section "A"  Horticulture 
 

"Butting Heads"
Open to all youth age groups

Class:

14. "Green Fields"

Staged by the show committee in age groups on an 8' table  

Notes: a. & b. – Bring your horticulture entry in water in a clear beverage bottle of appropriate size with label removed. Leaves should be removed from the stem that is in the water.

  1. Flowering annuals (annual plants complete their life cycle within one growing season, typically, from spring to fall)
  2. Flowering perennials (plants that persist for many growing seasons; generally, the top portion of the plant dies back each winter and regrows the following spring)
  3. Garden Produce; Show committee will provide foam plates to display exhibits
  4. Container grown plant material - container not to exceed 8" in diameter

Section "B" Design 

"Who's Tramping On My Bridge?"

Note: Floral design is the art of using plant materials and flowers to create a pleasing and balanced composition.

Open to all youth age groups   
Limited to 4 entries for each age group

Class:

15. "The Trolls" A creative design not to exceed a 12" x 12" space staged by the Show Committee by age group on an 8' table.  Accessories allowed.

"Triptoe Through the Tulips"
 

Section  Consultant:  Vicki Kammerer  360-791-3117  vickilee66@hotmail.com

Eligible for NGC Botanical Arts  Horticulture & Artistic Crafts Awards and Recycling Award

General requirements

  1. All exhibits must contain some plant material. No artificial plant material permitted.
  2. Plant material must be listed on entry card or separate index card.
  3. Limit of 4 entries per class.  Advanced registration is required.  Contact the Section Consultant.

GLOSSARY FOR BOTANICAL ARTS

MINIATURE LANDSCAPE /  FAIRY GARDEN: Emphasis not necessarily on plant material but some live plant materials must be included.

TOPIARY: The art of crafting a stylized tree from plant and non-plant material

Section "A" Botanical Arts Horticulture

"Goats Eat Anything"

Section Consultant: Peggy Blegen  360-754-8344  peggyblegen@msn.com

Class:

16.  "Greens are Best" -  Miniature Landscape / Fairy Garden no larger than 16" in any direction, staged on a table draped in black.

17.  "Hay and Grains" - Dried Horticulture:  Flowers and foliage staged on an area 12" x 12" on an 8' table draped in black. 3 if  3" or smaller, 1 if larger than 3" 

a.  Air dried only
     1. Flower
     2. Foliage

b.  Pressed
     1. Flower
     2. Foliage

c.  Glycerinated
      1. Flower
      2. Foliage

d. Other dried (such as skeletonized)
      1. Flower
      2. Foliage

18. "Out To Pasture"- Living plant topiary no larger than 16" stage on 18" of a 6' table in black.

 

Section "B" Botanical Arts Crafts  "Love Goat" 

Section Consultant: Dee Murdaugh 360-704-0623  deannamurdaugh@gmail.com

(Note:  Exhibit must contain some fresh and / or dried material. Only dried material may be treated.)

Eligible for the NGC Artistic Crafts Award and the WSFGC Past President Joann Goldman Artistic Craft Award.

Class:

19.  "Take A Bite" -  A decorated straw hat no larger than 16" x 16" to be staged on styrofoam wig heads provided by the show committee. To be displayed on a table draped in black.

20.  "Just For You" - A decorated goat collar with bell/ bells to be staged on a large banana hook, 10" from hook to table. To be displayed on a table draped in black.

21.  "Chevres" - A Decorated milk bottle (not used as a vase) staged on a space on a table draped in black)

Superintendent, Heather McDougall Simons, 360-742-4667 2stannheather@gmail.com

  1. Complete the Exhibitor Card that may be obtained from the Fair Office or at the Sokolik Building the day of the Fair entry. You may use a "return home address label" for those sections requesting your name and address.
  2. Artwork must have been completed within the past two years, and not previously entered in the Thurston County Fair. Plein Aire at the Fair entries must be completed on the day of registration and entirely on the fair grounds.
  3. Exhibitors are limited to three pieces of artwork each, on a first come basis, space available. "Plein-Aire at the Fair" and "Mangathon" entries are not counted in this limitation
  4. All entries must be original, they must be the Exhibitor’s own work, and may not have been created in whole or part by anyone else.
  5. All hanging artwork must be suitably framed and wired for hanging. Artwork may be unframed if it is made on a "gallery wrapped" canvas with all edges painted by the artist. No saw tooth hangers or clip frames. Entries larger than 21" X 27" overall size, will be accepted subject to space availability.
  6. Entries deemed unsuitable may be refused for display at the discretion of the superintendent.
  7. Judges will be professional artists selected by the Olympia Art League. Judges decisions will be final.
  8. The Youth Class will be subdivided into three groups as follows:
    • Up to 7 years of age
    • 8-12 years
    • 13-17 years
  9. The Adult Class is divided into amateur and Semi-professional/Professional. An amateur is a beginner painter, hobbyist, or casual painter who has not won an award at the Fine Arts Pavilion and does not offer their work for sale nor show their work in shows or galleries. Work must be original (i.e., may not be copied or closely based on copyright protected work). A Semi-professional/Professional Artist is an artist who exhibits their work and offers it for sale. Work must be original, (i.e., may not be copied or closely based on copyrighted work).

Judging: The Youth, and Adult amateur classes will be judged on the Danish System. Each piece is judged on its own merits against a point system. As many blue, red, white, and honorable mention ribbons will be awarded as are merited within each class. Each piece is judged on originality, creativity, composition, and technique. The Adult/Semi-professional/Professional classes will be judged on the American System. Each piece will be compared to all others in the category.

Special Awards
TWO PEOPLE’S CHOICE RIBBONS WILL BE AWARDED EACH DAY OF THE FAIR: ONE FOR YOUTH AND ONE FOR ADULTS. A work of art may win only one People’s Choice ribbon.

THE OLYMPIA ART LEAGUE WILL SPONSOR CASH AWARDS FOR THOSE IN THE ADULT CATEGORIES FOR:

  • Top of Show - $75
  • Best of each group within the two exhibitor classes (Amateur and Semi-professional/professional) - $25

Bring entries to the Fairgrounds between 10am and 4pm on Saturday, July 27, and 11am to 3pm on Sunday, July 28. Two dimensional art that is not properly prepared for hanging will not be accepted.

Pick up artwork on Sunday, August 4, last day of the fair, 7pm to 8pm and Monday, August 5 noon to 6pm. Claim check is needed to pick up artwork.

CLASS 1 - YOUTH
CLASS 2 - ADULT AMATEURS
CLASS 3 - ADULT PROFESSIONAL/SEMI-PROFESSIONAL

POINTS: BLUE - 50  RED - 30  WHITE - 15

LOT

A. Drawings in pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, pen & ink, crayon, and scratch board.

B. Paintings on paper using water media, such as watercolor, acrylics or gouache.

C. Paintings using oil or acrylics on canvas or other non-paper surfaces

D. Paintings in pastel

E. Graphics (etching, lithograph, collograph, serigraph, woodblock, etc.)

F. Mixed media (two dimensional) This category now includes work entirely and originally composed of mixed materials and securely attached to a substrate or anchor structure. Fragile mixed-media work will be accepted at the discretion of the art Intake workers. Secure wall hanging hardware must be Installed on all work In this lot. Maximum dimensions for 2-D work apply.

G. Miniatures. Art in any of the above categories that has no greater dimensions than 5" X 7", including mat and frame.

H. Three Dimensional (sculpture, pottery, mixed media)

I. Digital Media. Two dimensional artwork using a substantial element of digital media. Please include information on software, equipment, printing process and/or other tools used for this work with your entry.

J. Re-Invented Art. Artwork which uses substantial (at least 50%) recycled materials for Its creation. Entry must describe type and source of recycled materials. Maximum dimensions for 2-D work apply.

NOTE: If there are too few entries in any of these categories, they may be combined with other categories; at the discretion of the superintendent.

Mangathon Drawing Event
Friday, August 2 from 10am to 2pm

A table with paper, pencils, and markers will be available along with basic Instruction in drawing Manga characters for beginners. Finished full-page manga images will be displayed following the Mangathon.

Awards for best artwork will be made by age categories:

  • Up to 7 years of age
  • Ages 8 - 12
  • Ages 13 - 17
  • Adult (18+)

This work will be judged by an artist selected by the Olympia Art League.

Plein-Aire at the Fair
Each day the fair (except the last day) will host a "Plein-Aire at the Fair" artmaking competition. Subject matter will depict places and activities occurring specifically within the fairgrounds site. Adult Amateur and Professional/SemiProfessional artists of Thurston County are eligible for this competition. Artists must register at the Art Pavilion in the morning of the day they wish to participate.

Then they must complete a 2-dimensional work of art that is at least 8"x10" during that day. The work must be returned to the Art Pavilion by the end of the day: it must be signed and dated. Any medium which can be produced entirely on the fairgrounds is permitted. Completed works do not have to be framed for this category.

(Plein-Aire Artists must observe all safety guidelines regarding animals, equipment and personal and visitor safety when working on the fairgrounds. For that reason only clear aerosol fixatives and will be permitted for plein-aire work and must be applied outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Artists will be responsible for their materials and equipment while on the fairgrounds.)

Daily awards for Plein-Aire artwork will be made by selected jurors: one 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place award will be made for all entries, regardless of amateur or professional status, each day of competition.

​Superintendents:
Dennis Plank 206-498-3273    dennis.r.plank@gmail.com
Christy Sterling     christysterling12@gmail.com

OPEN CLASS PRINT COMPETITION

How to Enter a Print

  1. Obtain an entry form for the ‘Open Class Photography Exhibit’, available from July 1 through July 19 at Beard’s Framing, Fred Meyer Shopping Center, Lacey; Olympia Framemakers, 1822 Harrison Avenue on Olympia’s Westside; the Olympia Camera Club website or at The Thurston County Fair website or office. Fill out the form completely following the detailed instructions on the back of the entry form as shown in 2 and 3 below. Entry forms will also be available on both Friday, July 21 4pm to 7 pm and Saturday, July 22, 10 am to 4 pm, at the Photo Entry Desk in the Hobbies/Craft Building, Thurston County Fairgrounds.
  2. Exhibitor number is the first letter of your last name plus the last 4 numbers of your phone number.
  3. Enter the following in the upper left corner on the back of EACH PRINT mount. (Prints will become separated from the entry form.) This information is essential:
    • Title of your print
    • Your exhibitor number (see #2 above)
    • Your full name
    • Your complete address
    • Your phone number
    • Lot and class
    • Print number (taken from the line on the entry form)

RULES

  1. The exhibitor of the picture must be the original maker of the image.
  2. Prints will be accepted only as specified in #1 above.
  3. Prints entered MUST be identified with the information specified in #3 above.
  4. Any print with words or logo that identify the maker will be disqualified.
  5. All exhibits must be mounted and/or matted. If matted, the backs of the matted print should be completely covered. Foam core mounts and/ or matte board style is preferred. Framed prints, metal prints, and prints mounted with wood, glass or acrylic will not be accepted.
  6. No hooks or wires are to be placed on the back of the print mounts.
  7. A maximum of 8 prints will be accepted from each exhibitor. A maximum of 5 prints may be entered in any one "Lot"
  8. The minimum entry size is 8" x 10" and the maximum entry size is 16" x 24". Entry sizes will be measured, including matte (if applicable). Odd sized entries are acceptable so long as the shortest side is no longer than 16" and the longest side is no more than 24". Panorama images are an exception to this rule but may not exceed a 12" x 36" measurement.
  9. An entry may contain multiple images on one mat or mount so long as dimensions in rule #8 are not exceeded. Multiple image entries will be judged as a single entry.
  10. Hand colored black and white prints are acceptable in the Black and White category, so long as there is only one color in addition to black and white. Any entry with two or more additional colors will be considered a color print.
  11. An exhibitor may not make multiple copies of an image and enter them into different lots.
  12. Any print previously entered in the Thurston County Fair Division E - Open Class Photography may not again be entered.
  13. Following acceptance of prints, the prints will be judged the following day, Sunday, July 23 at 10am. Exhibitors may attend the judging so long as exhibitors in no way interfere with the judging process. Judges are encouraged to talk about the images and give feedback to the audience as time allows.
  14. Admission tickets to the Fair are not provided to exhibitors.
  15. Ribbons will be awarded to winners. All ribbons will be hung with the print in the exhibit.
  16. Exhibits must be picked up at the Photo Exhibit desk in the Hobbies/Crafts
    building, Thurston County Fairgrounds on SUNDAY July 30, the closing day of the Fair, between the hours of 8pm and 8:30pm or on Monday following the Fair closing between 4 and 7pm. Entries will NOT be mailed to exhibitors. Entries will NOT be returned to the frame shops. Following the Monday after the fair’s closing, prints must be picked up at the main office of the Thurston County Fairgrounds.
  17. All precautions possible will be taken with entries. The Fair or its volunteers cannot be held responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged exhibits.
  18. As this is an exhibit for all age groups consideration should be given as to the content of an image; the Superintendent reserves the right to disqualify and withhold from display any photograph they deem inappropriate for a family fair.

SECTIONS, CLASSES, LOTS.

SECTIONS are:

A - Adult
J – Junior (12 years old or younger as of January 1, present year)
T – Teen (between the age of 13 and 18 as of January 1, present year)

ADULT SECTION

Class 1 - Color Prints
Class 2 - Monochrome Prints (black and white images)

LOT:

A. People (General people pictures)

B. Portraits (Posed people pictures)

C. Domestic Animals (livestock and pets)

D. Wild Animals (includes wild and those in captivity)

E. Nature Scenics (Images of land, sky, water etc. There should be very little to no evidence of man meaning no people, buildings, bridges or anything man made.

F. Man Made Scenery. Scenic’s and vista’s that INCLUDE some form of man made object, ie building, bridge, architecture, people etc.

G. Plants and Flowers (Indoor, outdoor, arrangements, etc.)

H. Still-life and Table Top Photos (static arrangements)

I. Creative Imagery (Images heavily manipulated with a computer.  The final result must be all the photographer's own work, including the original image(s).)

J. Abstract (Images with no readily defined subject: patterns, textures, intentional camera movement, etc)

K. Best use of the Thurston County Fair Theme "Are you Kidding Me?!" Come to the Thurston County Fair!  Mascot is Billy Goat.

L. Macro Photography (May include true macro or very close up images.)

M. Miscellaneous (Photos that don't fit in other lots)

JUNIOR SECTION

Class 3 - Junior/Teen ONE CLASS ONLY - Color and Black & White will be judged together.

LOT:

N. People (Includes candid, portrait, human interest)

O. Scenic (Landscapes, waterscapes, etc.)

P. Animals (Birds, insects, animals, etc.)

Q. Plants and flowers (Flowers, plants, leaves, etc).

R. Miscellaneous (All others)

S. Best use of the Thurston County Fair Theme "Are you Kidding Me?!" Come to the Thurston County Fair!  Mascot is Billy Goat. 

JUDGING PROCEDURE: 

Prints will be judged on the following criteria:
   Impact of picture
   Composition and subject matter
   Technical merit
   Quality of presentation

Three judges will collaborate to judge each lot and will award ribbons within the lot using a modified "Danish" system. They will be permitted to award as many of each ribbon as they feel is merited by the photographs in the lot. The judges will award a "Best of Lot" ribbon to the print selected as the best in each lot and they will award a "Best of Class" ribbon to one entry from each class. Finally, the judges will collaborate to choose one print as "Best of Show" for the Adult section and one "Best of Show" for the "Junior/Teen" sections. In addition, each judge will award a "Judge’s Choice" ribbon to a print of their individual choosing. There will also be a "People’s Choice" ribbon awarded for each day of the fair. Each print may earn only one "Peoples Choice" ribbon.

NOTE: Any LOT with insufficient monochrome entries will be combined with Color entries for judging. Any single LOT with less than five entries total will be judged with the Miscellaneous LOT of appropriate Class.

PREMIUM POINTS:

Premium points will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners only. Honorable Mention winners will be awarded a ribbon, but no points.

PREMIUM POINTS
    BLUE (1st place) - 50
    RED (2nd place) - 30
    WHITE (3rd place) - 15

Best of Lot, Best of Class, Best of Show and Judge’s Choice Awards will be ribbons only.

NOTE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT: As the world of photography changes, we have to update some of the rules that go along with this competition. Digital photography is now more prominent than film photography. We encourage everyone to do what they feel is necessary to correct colors, improve sharpness, and make their entries the best they can before the fair. However, if you are creating an image from multiple photos to create a whole new image, please remember to use LOT I so that your creativity can be judged on the same level as other images that are equally creative. We want to encourage everyone to feel their work is accepted and judged fairly here at the Thurston County Fair.

Open Class Home Arts
General Information

Contact Superintendents at :   TCFairHomeArts@gmail.com

Co-Lead Superintendent: Lynette Hunter (Division G - Quilting)

Co-Lead Superintendent: Teresa Scott (Division H - Sewing)

Superintendent: Alexandra Roberts (Division F - Needle Arts)

Superintendent: Gail Tracy (Demonstrations)

Superintendent: Gail Trotter (Division I - Fiber Arts)

Superintendent: Jeni Swenson (Division L - Beverages)

Superintendent: Miriam Edwards (Division J - Baking & Division K -Food Preservation)

 

Entry Times:

Note: Please use separate entry forms for entries on July 17 (Divisions F, G, H, and I) and entries on July 24 (Divisions J, K, and L, including honey).

Monday, July 17, 12 noon to 7pm at Heritage Hall, Thurston County Fairgrounds

  • Quilt Block Contest. Please fill out a Quilt Block entry form, available in your kit, online, in the fair office, or at Heritage Hall during entry time.
  • Quiltmakers of Olympia Table Runner Contest.
  • Division F - Needle Arts
  • Division G - Quilts
  • Division H - Open Class Sewing
  • Division I - Fiber Arts

Monday, July 24, 1pm - 7pm at Heritage Hall, Thurston County Fairgrounds

  • Division J - Baking
  • Division K - Food Preservation
  • Division K Class 8 - Honey
  • Division L - Beverages

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm at Heritage Hall, Thurston County Fairgrounds.

PLEASE READ RULES AND CLASS/LOT INFORMATION CAREFULLY:

Please refer to the General Rules and Regulations of the Thurston County Fair.

  1. NO LATE ENTRIES ACCEPTED

Preparing your entries:

2. No items will be accepted or premiums awarded for items that have been previously   exhibited at the Thurston County Fair in any division. 

3.  Items must be finished within the last two years.

4.  Entries must be made by the exhibitor. Any home arts entries determined by the judges to NOT be made by exhibitor will be disqualified and all other home arts entries entered by that exhibitor will also be disqualified and removed from show.

5.  Textile exhibits that are not CLEAN, PRESSED, ODOR FREE, and in GOOD condition will not be accepted, or will be disqualified.

6.  Please cover all names on all entries, such as quilt labels and personalized beverage labels, with painter’s tape or other appropriate covering).

Entry forms:

7.  An Exhibitors Information Card with your contact information and an Exhibitor Number  (see below) is required for each person (“exhibitor”) entering an item (“exhibit”) in the fair (including non-judged contest items).  Please remember to include your email address on your Exhibitor card. Only one card per exhibitor is needed.

  • EXHIBITOR NUMBER: Your exhibitor number is the first letter of your last name followed by any four-digit number of your choosing, such as the last 4 digits of your phone number (e.g., L1234).
     
  • Exhibitor number should be followed by a designator, if appropriate, such as  “-Y” for Youth 18 and younger and “-H” for exhibitors competing for the Homemaker Award (see below). For example, a youth’s exhibitor number might look like “A6789-Y.” 
  • Multiple exhibitors with the same last name must use different 4-digit numbers

    8.  Each Home Arts Exhibitor must also complete a Home Arts Entry Form listing all of their entries/exhibits (see exception). The form requests Division, Class, Lot, brief title of exhibit, and any other information required (e.g., size) for the specific class or lot. 
     

  • If you have both textile (Divisions F, G, H, and I) and food (Divisions J, K, and L, including honey) exhibits, please complete separate entry forms for items entered in each entry group.
  • Exception: Entries for the Quilt Block Contest, for which a “special” entry form must be filled out.  Also note that entries for the Table Runner Contest should write “Table Runner Contest” in the space meant for Division, Class, and Lot

9. A special pink "Quilt Block Contest" Exhibit card must be affixed to each Quilt Block Contest entry - see details below. Likewise, a special yellow Table Runner contest Exhibit Card must be affixed to each entry for the table runner contest. Both forms are available online at www.tcfairhomearts.blogspot.com, at the fair office, or at Heritage Hall when you enter your exhibits.. 

  1. A three-part Exhibit Card is needed for each exhibit entered for judging.  Place your name and exhibitor number on the form (no names), along with the Division, Class, Lot, and brief title of your entry.  You will keep the left of this form as a claim check. The other two-thirds are used by judges and superintendents.
     
  2. New in 2023: All entries submitted for judging must include a Judging Form with your Exhibitor Number, Exhibit Title, and Division, Class, and Lot written on the top part of the form. Entry clerks will help you get the correct form to fill out.
     
  3. Other forms, display cards, recipes, or labels are required depending upon the division, class, and lot for your entry.  Read division, class, and lot rules carefully!

What are the exhibit categories?

13.  Open Class Home Arts includes seven Divisions.  Textile divisions include Needle Arts (Div. F), Quilts (Div. G), Sewing (Div. H), and Fiber Arts (Div. I).  Each Division includes several major subcategories (Classes, e.g., “Art Quilts”) and lots, which are groupings of similar items within a Class.

  • There are several new classes in 2023, and fewer lots, in the textile divisions. Make sure you read the exhibitors guide carefully before choosing your division, class, and lot.
     
  • Volunteers on check-in days will help you choose the best classes and lots for your project.

14. Home Arts Department reserves the right to change the category in which an exhibit is entered.

 

How many items can I enter?

15.  For Textile Division F (Needle Arts), Division G (Quilting), Division H (Sewing), and Division I (Fiber Arts), and Baking Division J, up to three (3) entries may be submitted per exhibitor per lot. Items in question will be referred to the superintendents and their decision is final.

  1. For Division K (Food Preservation) and Division L (Beverages), up to 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor per class.  However, only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered per exhibitor per class.  For example, 1 strawberry jam and 1 strawberry-rhubarb jam may be entered but not 2 strawberry jams.  Exhibits in question will be referred to superintendents, whose decision is final.
  2. No items may be entered in more than one division, class or lot, and items entered in other fair divisions may not be entered in Open Class Home Arts divisions.
  • 4-H participants may not enter the same item in Open Class that they exhibit in 4-H.

Judging:

18.  Exhibits will be judged using the Danish system according to standards of Blue, Red and White ribbons. A judge’s decision is final.

19.  Award points and judging criteria are shown in the following sections.  Points are awarded to blue and red ribbon winners. Ribbons-only will be given for white awards.

20.  Judging criteria might be different in some categories this year.  Read the detailed information provided with each class.

21.  No one entering a division may judge their own entries. Please notify a superintendent as soon as possible if you will be judging and wish to enter in division or class you will be judging.  Superintendents will make alternative judging arrangements for your item.

Display:

22.  The Fair will make every attempt to display all items entered; however, some articles may not be displayed, or only be partially displayed. Superintendents determine how items are displayed, and their decision is final.

  1. Home Arts Department welcomes entries from all skill levels and ages.  Youth 18 and younger must be entered as “Youth,” and their Exhibitor Number must include the “-Y” designator after their chosen Exhibitor Number.

Ribbons & Premiums:

24.  Points awarded for 1st (blue) and 2nd (red) places are totaled for each exhibitor to determine whether or how much premium will be paid.  Total premiums paid depend on the number of exhibitors, number of points, and the available funds. The fair will not pay any premium if the award is less than $5.00 per exhibitor.  Please refer to the General Rules and Regulations of the Thurston County Fair for more about premiums.

  1. Home Arts Department may award ribbons for Champion and Reserve Champion for a division, Best of Class, Judges Choice, and Peoples Choice, depending on the number and quality of exhibits entered.  No points are awarded for these special ribbons.

Pick-Up:

26.  Exhibits must be removed on Monday, July 31 between 1pm and 7pm.

Refer to information provided with each Division and class for more specific instructions.

 

Open Class Home Arts – Homemaker Award

This special award will be given to a homemaker demonstrating proficiency in a variety of skills. The Homemaker award is a standalone honor, but a decision is dependent upon results for the entrant’s individual entries within the Home Arts Department.  Superintendents determine the recipient of the Homemaker Award.

RULES:

  1. Each entry must be marked with the “-H” designator at the end of the exhibitor number (e.g., N1234-H”).
  2. Participant must enter in at least 5 of the 7 Divisions listed in the Open Class Home Arts Department: Needle Art, Quilting, Sewing, Fiber Art, Baking, Food Preservation and Beverages.
  3. To qualify, at least one blue ribbon must be awarded in each Division entered.
  4. Winner will be decided by total points. In the event of a tie, the Superintendent will decide according to the complexity and workmanship of the articles entered.
  5. A cash prize of $50 will be awarded.
  6. The winner of this award will be excluded from future competitions for this award for three consecutive years.

Open Class Home Arts Quilt Block Contest

Contact Teresa Scott at TCFairHomeArts@gmail.com

Thurston County Fair Open Class Home Arts Department sponsors a Quilt Block Contest every year.  Out of all the entries submitted, a committee chooses the top twelve blocks to be used to create a special quilt that is raffled in a subsequent year to raise funds for the Home Arts Department. The funds are used for purchases such as stationery supplies, signage, display supplies, special prize ribbons, bottles of water for volunteers, and prizes such as the annual Homemakers Award.  Blocks not chosen for the raffle quilt are bundled in groups of 6 to 12 blocks and distributed to recipients who are randomly drawn from among participants in the contest.

Here's how to participate in the 2023 Quilt Block Contest:

  1. Get a fabric packet: Quilt Block Packets are available (price to be determined) from Stitches Quilt and Craft, located at 2607 Martin Way, Suite 211, in Olympia.

Packets are available for pickup at the store; however you can also order your kit online at https://www.stitchesquiltandcraft.com/, or by calling the store at 360-268-7647 and asking for delivery by mail.  Online and delivery orders are subject to an additional shipping fee.

You may purchase as many packets as you like and enter as many times as you wish.

  1. Make your quilt block: The packet will contain fabrics you can use to make any block pattern using any technique; however, be aware that no embellishments or three-dimensional elements are allowed.

You must use a minimum of three (3)  fabrics from the packet for each block and may supplement with coordinating fabric choices in similar colors and style from your own collection. Your block may be patchwork, foundation pieced, English Paper Pieced, applique, etc. The work may be done by hand or machine.

  1. The minimum entry is one block; packets may make more than one block.
  2. Make sure your blocks are exactly 12-1/2 inches square unfinished. Blocks not meeting this criterion will not be used in the following year’s raffle quilt.
  3. Enter your block(s) (unquilted). Bring to Heritage Hall at the Thurston County Fairgrounds during Open Class Home Arts Textiles Entry times: Monday, July 17 from noon to 7pm. 

Attach a special pink "Quilt Block Contest" Exhibit Card to each block you enter.  This form is available in your packet, online, at the fair office, or at Heritage Hall when you enter your block.

Your block becomes the property of Thurston County Fair Home Arts Department to be used in a raffle quilt during the following year's fair and as prizes for contest entrants.

  1. Your quilt block will not be judged like other fair entries; however, the top 12 blocks will be chosen based on size, appearance, design, construction quality, and creativity in use of the challenge fabric and color scheme.
  2. Prizes: Blocks will be displayed in Heritage Hall during the Fair. Makers of each of the top 12 blocks will receive a special tribute.  Remaining blocks will be distributed in groups of 6-to-12 to contest participants drawn randomly.  Home Arts Department will contact you if your name is drawn for a prize.
  3. Pick up your prizes (if applicable) on Monday, July 31 from 1 to 7pm.

 

Quiltmakers of Olympia

Table Runner Contest

Penny Gallman, Quiltmakers of Olympia pennydolls@aol.com

Please refer to the General Rules and Regulations of the Thurston County Fair.

Quiltmakers of Olympia is sponsoring a contest for quilted table runners.  Bed and sofa runners will also be accepted into the contest if they meet the entry criteria.

This contest is open to the public and will be voted on by visitors to the Fair.

Daily winners will get a special ribbon. A cumulative “people’s choice” vote over the five days of the fair will determine the grand prize winner, who will receive $50.00 cash and a one-year membership in Quiltmakers of Olympia.  One vote is allowed per person per day.

Entry Time: Monday, July 24, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Entrants must fill out an Exhibitor's Information Card and a Home Arts entry form that includes your entry of entries for this contest. Specify "Table Runner Contest" in place of "Division, Class, Lot" on the Entry Form. Please also complete a yellow Table Runner Contest Exhibit Card and safety pin it to your entry. All forma are available online a www.tcfairhomearts.blogspot.com, at the Fair office, or at Heritage Hall on entry day.

Entry Criteria: Essentially rectangular in shape (rounded or pointed ends are allowed).

Contact Penny Gallman with questions or for electronic versions of the entry forms.

 

 

Division F - Needle Arts

Needle arts are limited to handwork for 2023, with the exception of machine knitting.

Entry Time: Monday, July 17, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Please read carefully; classes, lots, and points have changed for 2023!

Division rules:

  1. New for 2023: Machine embroidery categories (programmed and free-motion) have been moved to Division H, Sewing.
  2. New for 2023: Items made with handspun fiber should be entered under Division I, Fiber Arts.
  3. All work must be done by the exhibitor.

CLASS 1 – NEEDLEPOINT & CROSS STITCH

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=20  RED=15  WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Picture or wall hanging

B. Pillow

C. Other home décor item

D. Accessory such as keychain or jewelry

E. Type not listed

CLASS 2 - TATTING & LACEMAKING

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance and workmanship.

Points: BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Centerpiece or doily

B. Handkerchief

C. Tablecloth, table topper, placemats, or table runner

D. Pillow cases, tatted or lace edge

E. Battenberg

F. Bobbin lace

G. Mixed Techniques

H. Type not listed

CLASS 3 - EMBROIDERY & STITCHERY BY HAND

Includes crewel, cut work, hardanger, hand smocking, hand embroidery, needle punch, etc. Work done on garments should be entered under Division H - Sewing.  Embroidery done by machine must also be entered under Division H.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points: BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Centerpiece

B. Tablecloth, table topper, placemats (set of 2), or table runner

C. Pillow

D. Other home décor, such as dresser topper, bed or sofa runner, towels (set of 2), pillow cases (set of 2), etc.

E. Picture or wall hanging

F. Beadwork

G. Jewelry

H. Silk embroidery

I. Mixed techniques

J. Type not listed

CLASS 4 - HAND KNITTING

This class excludes afghans, throws, lap robes, or bedspreads, which must be entered in Class 8.  Hand-knit items using handspun fibers should be entered under Division I - Fiber Arts.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance and workmanship.

Points Lots A-B:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots C-G:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Full adult garment (coat, dress)

B. Sweater, vest, or poncho, adult

C. Adult accessories (gloves or mittens, scarf, necktie, caps, shawl, bed jacket, stole, stockings)

D. Infantwear (booties or cap, infant dress/suit, sweater, sweater set of 3-5 pieces, stockings, etc.)

E. Children’s clothing (sweater, sweater set of 3-5 pieces, gloves or mittens, caps, stockings, scarf, etc.)

F. Home décor (pillow, tablecloth, centerpiece, kitchen items, etc., EXCEPT afghan, throw, lap robe, or bedspread, see Class 7 or 8.)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 5 - MACHINE KNITTING

This class excludes afghans, throws, lap robes, or bedspreads, which must be entered in Class 8. Machine-knit items using handspun fibers should be entered under Division I - Fiber Arts.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Full adult garment (coat, dress)

B. Sweater, vest, or poncho, adult

C. Adult accessories (gloves or mittens, scarf, necktie, caps, shawl, bed jacket, stole, stockings)

D. Infantwear (booties or cap, infant dress/suit, sweater, sweater set of 3-5 pieces, stockings, etc.)

E. Children’s clothing (sweater, sweater set of 3-5 pieces, gloves or mittens, caps, stockings, scarf, etc.)

F. Home décor (pillow, tablecloth, throw, centerpiece, kitchen items, etc., EXCEPT afghan, throw, lap robe, or bedspread, see Class 8.)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 6 – CROCHET

This class excludes afghans, throws, lap robes, or bedspreads, which must be entered in  Class 8. Hand-crocheted items using handspun fibers should be entered under Division I, Fiber Arts.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance and workmanship.

Points Lots A-B:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots C-I:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Full adult garment (coat, dress)

B. Sweater, vest, or poncho, adult

C. Adult accessories (gloves or mittens, scarf, necktie, caps, shawl, bed jacket, stole, stockings)

D. Infantwear (booties, cap, infant dress/suit, sweater, sweater set of 3-5 pieces, stockings, etc.)

E. Children’s clothing (sweater, sweater set of 3-5 pieces, gloves or mittens, caps, stockings, scarf, etc.)

F. Centerpiece or doily

G. Tablecloth, table topper, table runner, placemats (set of 2)

H. Other home décor (pillow, dresser or buffet scarf, kitchen items, pillow case edging (set of 2), bed or sofa runner, etc., EXCEPT for afghan, throw, lap robe, or bedspread, see Class 8.)

I. Type not listed

CLASS 7 – APPLIQUÉ

This class excludes appliquéd bedspreads, which must be entered in Class 8.  Also excluded are layered-and-quilted items, which must be entered in Division G - Quilting, and machine-embroidered-appliqued items (“appliqué in-the-hoop”), which must be entered in Division H - Sewing.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Garments and Accessories, e.g., Apron, dress, bonnet

B. Table items: Tablecloth, placemat (set of 2), table topper, table runner

C. Kitchen items: Dish towel (set of 2), tea towel (set of 2)

D. Home items: Pillow case (set of 2), bed or sofa runner, pillow, hand/bath towel

E. Holiday items

F. Type not listed

CLASS 8 – AFGHANS, THROWS, LAP ROBES, & BEDSPREADS

This category excludes layered-and-quilted items, which must be entered in Division G - Quilting.  Afghans, throws, lap robes, and bedspreads made using handspun fibers should be entered under Division I - Fiber Arts.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size following lot (e.g., Class 8, Lot B-Large), as follows:

Large = king, queen, or double/full;

Small = twin, youth, crib or smaller.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance and workmanship.

Points Large:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Small:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Crocheted

B. Knitted

C. Machine knitted

D. Embroidery

E. Afghan stitch

F. Afghan with embroidery

G, Faux Chenille

H. Mixed techniques

I. Technique not listed

CLASS 9 – RUGS

This class excludes rugs that are sewn from folded fabric (Division H - Sewing) or that are woven (Division I - Fiber Arts).  Rugs made using handspun fibers should also be entered under Division I.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Braided

B. Crochet

C. Hooked (except hooked rugs made from exhibitor handspun yarn should be entered in Division I – Fiber Arts.)

D. Needle-punch

E. Needlepoint

F. Cross stitch

G. Technique not listed

CLASS 10 – MISCELLANEOUS NEEDLEWORK

The class excludes needle-felted items, which should be entered in Division I – Fiber Arts.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Lot A:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots B-E:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Doll, toy, or animal (Crocheted, knitted or machine knitted):

B. Holiday novelty, or special occasion

C. Plastic canvas

D. Doll clothes (Crochet, Knit, Machine Knit)

E. Type not listed

 

Division G - Quilting

Quilted items are pieces that have padding (insulation or batting) enclosed between layers of fabric or fabric and a backing (without a middle layer), and that are held together by thread that is tied or stitched.

Entry Time: Monday, July 17, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Division rules:

Please read carefully; classes, lots, and points have changed for 2023!

  1. New Class for 2023: Panel Quilts (Class 5);
     
  2. New Class for 2023: Tied Quilts (Class 6);
     
  3. New Class for 2023: Quilts made with upcycled materials (Class 7) provides an opportunity for makers to enter quilts made with upcycled materials as a means to highlight creative re-use of materials.
     
  4. New Class for 2023: Exhibitor-Quilted projects (Class 8) provides opportunity for quilters to be judged with a priority on their quilting skills. Entries in this class need not have been constructed by the exhibitor, but the maker should be acknowledged.  Quilting samples that are neither pieced nor bound are acceptable in this class.
     
  5.  Hand Quilting must be completed by hand by the exhibitor.
     
  6. Miniature quilts (Class 10) are up to 24 inches wide or long.  All aspects of a miniature quilt must be reduced in scale (e.g., 1/12 scale).
     
  7. Group quilts entered under Class 11 – QUILTS MADE BY GROUPS must be made by 3 people or more.
     
  8. Art quilts (Class 12) must be the exhibitor’s original design and made and quilted by the exhibitor.

Size Sub-Lots:

For classes 1-9 and 11 in this Division, quilt sizes are designated as sub-lots, and must be recorded on your Home Arts Entry Form and on the Exhibit Card for each item entered. Sizes are as follows unless otherwise indicated. Measure the smaller side of your quilt to determine your quilt’s size.

Large = King, Queen (smaller dimension more than 80 inches)

Medium = Double/Full, Twin (smaller dimension 50 to 80 inches)

Small = Youth, Throw, Crib (smaller dimension less than 50 inches)

Wallhanging-Large = Smaller dimension 30 inches or more.

Wallhanging-Small = Smaller dimension less than 30 inches.

Miniature = Width no more than 24 inches; Length no more than 24 inches. (see other requirements)

CLASS 1 - HAND PIECED & HAND QUILTED

This class excludes pre-printed panels and blocks, which must be entered in Class 5.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 1, Lot-E-Large). Must be hand-quilted by the exhibitor.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship

Points Size Large:  BLUE= 30  RED=25  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE= 25  RED=20  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small: BLUE= 20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand)

C. English paper pieced

D. Foundation pieced

E. Mixed technique

F. Whole Cloth (excluding commercial pre-printed panel)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 2 - HAND PIECED & MACHINE QUILTED

This class excludes pre-printed panels and blocks, which must be entered in Class 5. “Machine quilted” means the piece is quilted using either a stationary (e.g. “domestic” or “mid-arm”) machine where the fabric is moved rather than the sewing machine, or using a longarm machine where the machine head is movable rather than the fabric).

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 2, Lot-E-Medium).

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship

Points Size Large:  BLUE= 25  RED=20  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE= 20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE= 15  RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand)

C. English paper pieced

D. Foundation pieced

E. Mixed technique

F. Whole Cloth (excluding commercial pre-printed panel)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 3 - MACHINE PIECED & HAND QUILTED

This class excludes pre-printed panels and blocks, which must be entered in Class 5.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 3, Lot-B-Small).  Must be hand-quilted by the exhibitor.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship

Points Size Large:  BLUE= 25   RED=20  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE= 20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE= 15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Embroidered (hand or machine)

D. Foundation or paper pieced

E. Mixed techniques

F. Whole Cloth (excluding commercial pre-printed panel)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 4 - MACHINE PIECED & MACHINE QUILTED

This class excludes pre-printed panels and blocks, which must be entered in Class 5. “Machine quilted” means the piece is quilted using either a stationary (e.g. “domestic” or “mid-arm”) machine where the fabric is moved rather than the sewing machine, or using a longarm machine where the machine head is movable rather than the fabric).

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 4, Lot-A-Medium).

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship

Points Size Large:  BLUE= 20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE= 17  RED=12   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Embroidered (hand or machine)

D. Foundation or paper pieced

E. Mixed techniques

F. Whole Cloth (excluding commercial pre-printed panel)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 5 – PANEL QUILTS

Panel quilts are projects made entirely or partially from commercially pre-printed panels or blocks.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 5, Lot-A-Medium).

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, workmanship, and creativity in integrating the pre-printed block or panel into an overall design.

Points Size Large:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE=12  RED=7   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Embroidered (hand or machine)

D. Foundation or paper pieced

E. Mixed techniques

F. Whole Cloth (including commercial pre-printed panel)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 6 - TIED QUILTS

Tied quilts have the standard quilt layers, but the layers are held together by periodically tying and knotting the piece with heavy thread or yarn rather than by quilting.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 6, Lot-A-Medium).  All work must be done by exhibitor.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship

Points Size Large:  BLUE=15   RED=10  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE=12   RED=7   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Embroidered (hand or machine)

D. Foundation pieced

E. Mixed techniques

F. Whole Cloth (excluding commercial pre-printed panel)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 7 – QUILTS MADE WITH UPCYCLED MATERIALS

This class provides an opportunity for makers to enter quilts made with scraps and upcycled fabrics as a means to highlight creative re-use & reduce waste. Entries in this class must have quilt tops and backs made predominantly (more than 50%) from scraps or fabrics that have been salvaged or recycled (i.e. less than half the fabrics used can be new and unused). Original designs, commercial designs (e.g., purchased pattern), and preprinted fabric panels are allowed.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 7, Lot-A-Medium).  More than 50% of the fabrics used in the design must comprise scraps or fabrics that have been salvaged or recycled (i.e. not new or unused).

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, workmanship, and creativity in integrating upcycled materials into an overall design.

Points Size Large:  BLUE= 20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE= 17   RED=12   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Embroidered (hand or machine)

D. Foundation pieced

E. Mixed techniques

F. Whole Cloth

G. Type not listed

CLASS 8 – QUILTED BY EXHIBITOR

Quilts in this class must be quilted by the exhibitor by either hand-quilting, quilting using a stationary (e.g. “domestic” or “mid-arm”) machine or longarm (movable) machine, or quilting using multiple techniques.  Quilting samples, without piecing or binding, are allowed.

“Hand Quilting” means using any hand-quilting technique.

“Stationary” means the quilter moves the fabric rather than the sewing machine.

“Longarm” or “movable” means the quilter moves the machine head rather than the fabric.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 8, Lot-D-Medium). Original quilting motifs and commercial motifs (i.e. free or purchased computer-controlled patterns) are allowed.  Quilt must be quilted by the exhibitor. Quilting samples (items not pieced or bound) may be entered.

Judging criteria: Judging is based exclusively on the appearance, design, and workmanship of the quilting

Points Size Large:  BLUE= 20   RED=15  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE= 17   RED=12   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Predominantly hand quilted

B. Hand guided (“free motion”) quilting done on a stationary machine

C. Hand guided (“free motion”) quilting done on a movable machine

D. Computer-guided quilting on any machine using an original quilting motif

E. Computer-guided quilting on any machine using a free or purchased quilting pattern

F. Mixed techniques

G. Type not listed

CLASS 9 - WALL HANGINGS

Wallhangings are quilted projects that are intended only for display on a wall (i.e. are not intended for use on a bed or to cover a person). Wall hangings can be hand- or machine-quilted.

One way to distinguish a wall hanging from a similarly sized art quilt is that a wall hanging can be made using a pattern or from a pre-printed fabric panel and frequently lacks embellishments other than quilting or 3-dimensional fabric elements.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 9, Lot-D-Small). Original design, commercial design (e.g., purchased pattern), and preprinted fabric panels are allowed.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Wallhanging-Large:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Wallhanging-Small:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Embroidered (hand or machine)

D. Foundation or paper pieced

E. Mixed techniques

F. Whole Cloth

G. Pre-printed block or panel

H. Type not listed

CLASS 10 – MINIATURE QUILT

Miniature quilts are quilts having a width no more than 24 inches, a length no more than 24 inches, and having all aspects of the quilt reduced in scale (e.g., 1/12 scale).

Entry criteria: Neither width nor length may be more than 24 inches. Please specify the scale of you’re your elements (e.g., 1/12 scale) in your exhibit title. Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. No preprinted fabric panels or whole cloth quilts are allowed. May be quilted by hand, machine, or both.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE= 25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Foundation or paper pieced

D. Mixed techniques

E. Type not listed

CLASS 11 - QUILTS MADE BY GROUPS

Group quilts must include contributions by three or more people.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Quilt must be made by a group of three or more people.  Indicate size after lot (Example: Class 11, Lot-A-Large). Original design and commercial design (e.g., purchased pattern) are allowed.  No preprinted fabric panels are allowed. Quilt may be hand- or machine-quilted.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship

Points Size Large:  BLUE= 25  RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Medium:  BLUE= 20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Size Small:  BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pieced

B. Appliqué (hand or machine)

C. Embroidered (hand or machine)

D. Foundation or paper pieced

E. Mixed techniques

F. Whole Cloth (excluding commercial pre-printed panel)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 12 – ART QUILTS

Art quilts are appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional impact rather than as bed coverings or other “functional” items.  “Art Quilts” are quilts made by the exhibitor and are the exhibitor’s original design.  Art quilts can encompass many construction techniques and may include surface design or manipulation elements, “found” materials, three-dimensional elements, or other embellishments such as buttons or beads. Art quilts can be any size. 

“Original design” can mean a work that is solely from the maker’s imagination, or work that is based on other art but substantially transcending or transforming that work. For the purposes of the fair, if you did not follow a pattern or use someone else’s templates, either commercial or cost-free, we will consider your entry “original.”

Note: If your quilt design is inspired by someone else’s art or the art of a particular culture, please consider letting the judge know you are aware of this by safety-pinning a small piece of paper on the back with:

  • Your Exhibitor Number (NOT NAME)
  • Your exhibit’s title
  • The title of the piece inspiring your design, and
  • The name of the artist creating that design.  If the design is “traditional” to some culture, credit the culture.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. There are no size distinctions for art quilts. Must be exhibitor’s original design.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on design aesthetic, design originality, workmanship, and how well the design and execution demonstrate the principles and elements of design.

Points:  BLUE= 25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Standard, foundation, or paper piecing predominates design

B. Improvisational piecing predominates design

C. Appliqué (hand or machine) predominates design

D. Embroidery (hand or machine) predominates design

E. Surface design technique or embellishment predominates design

F. Color placement predominates design

G. Multiple features

H. Other (specify)

CLASS 13 - OTHER QUILTED ITEMS

This class includes garments, home décor, holiday, and other items that have been layered and quilted either by machine or by hand.  A garment entered in this class is predominantly layered and stitched like a quilt.  In-the-hoop embroidery items that are layered and quilted are also appropriate for this class. Items that have been embellished with a quilt block or made with pre-quilted fabric should be entered in the Division H - Sewing.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. There are no size distinctions for this class. No pre-quilted fabrics are allowed. Entries must be layered and quilted.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Lot A:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots B-G:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Quilted garment

B. Quilted shopping bag, purse, pillow, or storage basket

C. Quilted greeting card, mug rug, pin cushion, or other small gift item

D. Quilted table items such as tablecloth, table topper, placemats (set of 2), table runner

E. Quilted bed or sofa runner

F. Quilted holiday decor

G. Type not listed

 

 

Division H – Sewing

This division excludes items that have been layered and quilted or tied (i.e. quilted items) except as noted.

Entry Time: Monday, July 17, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Please read carefully; classes, lots, and points have changed for 2023!

Division rules:

  1. All work must be done by the exhibitor.
  2. New Class for 2023: Upcycled items (Class 4) (i.e., made from recycled/salvaged materials).
  3. New Class for 2023: Costumes (Class 5).
  4. New Classes for 2023 (moved from Needle Arts): Machine-embroidered items (Class 8 and Class 9).

CLASS 1 – GARMENTS

This class includes garments made with yardage such as garment fabrics, pre-printed fabrics, pre-quilted fabrics, 2-way stretch fabric, etc., made predominantly using a standard home sewing machine.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Lots A-C:  BLUE=30   RED=25   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lot D:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots E-J:  BLUE=20   RED=15  WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Adult formalwear, lined coat, lined jacket, or tailored suit

B. Adult outdoor wear

C. Child or infant formalwear or christening/confirmation dress

D. Full adult garment (unlined coat, dress, nontailored suit)

E. Adult separates (Shirt, blouse, sweatshirt, T-shirt, jacket, vest, poncho, skirt, pants, etc.)

F. Adult lingerie and undergarments

G. Adult accessories (apron, gloves or mittens, scarf, necktie, caps, shawl, bed jacket, stole, jewelry, etc.)

H. Children’s clothing (dress, suit, outdoor wear, shirt/blouse, skirt/pants, gloves or mittens, caps, scarf, etc.)

I. Infantwear (infant dress/suit, outdoor wear, shirt/blouse, skirt/pants, booties or cap, etc.)

J. Type not listed

CLASS 2 – SERGED GARMENTS

This class includes garments made with yardage such as garment fabrics, pre-printed fabrics, pre-quilted fabrics, 2-way stretch fabric, etc., made predominantly with a serger.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Lots A-C:  BLUE=30   RED=25   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lot D:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots E-J:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Adult formalwear, lined coat, lined jacket, or tailored suit

B. Adult outdoor wear

C. Child or infant formalwear or christening/confirmation dress

D. Full adult garment (unlined coat, dress, nontailored suit)

E. Adult separates (Shirt, blouse, sweatshirt, T-shirt, jacket, vest, poncho, skirt, pants, etc.)

F. Adult lingerie and undergarments

G. Adult accessories (apron, gloves or mittens, scarf, necktie, caps, shawl, bed jacket, stole, jewelry, etc.)

H. Children’s clothing (dress, suit, outdoor wear, shirt/blouse, skirt/pants, gloves or mittens, caps, scarf, etc.)

I. Infantwear (infant dress/suit, outdoor wear, shirt/blouse, skirt/pants, booties or cap, etc.)

J. Type not listed

CLASS 3 - EMBELLISHED GARMENTS

This class includes garments embellished by the exhibitor.  Please indicate the sub-lot corresponding to the origin of the garment with your entry information (e.g., Class 3 Lot B-2).  Ready-made garments include new garments and recycled/salvaged garments.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Sub-lot 1: Constructed by entrant

Sub-lot 2: Ready made garment

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Sub-lot 1:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Sub-lot 2:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Appliqué (hand or machine)

B. Hand embroidery

C. Programmed machine embroidery

D. Free-motion machine embroidery

E. Quilting techniques

F. Manipulated design (i.e. pleating, woven strips, smocking)

G. Surface design (i.e. beading, sequins, stenciling, painting, dying, marbling)

H. Faux Chenille

I. Mixed media such as knit with leather, woven fabric with knit and or leather

J. Combination of techniques

K. Other techniques (Specify)

CLASS 4 - UPCYCLED ITEMS

This class includes sewn articles made predominantly (more than 50%) from recycled garments or other salvaged materials (i.e. not purchased new).  This class provides an opportunity for makers to enter sewn items made with upcycled materials as a means to highlight creative re-use & reduce waste. Items that are layered and quilted or tied must be entered in Division G - QUILTING.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Only entries using salvaged materials or re-using materials intended for another use are allowed in this class. More than 50% of the material used in the design must comprise scraps, fabrics, or garments that have been salvaged or recycled (i.e. not new or unused)

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, workmanship, and creativity in using salvaged materials.

Points:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Garment or accessory

B. Pillow

C. Tablecloth, table topper, placemats (set of 2), table runner, mug rug, etc.

D. Bed or sofa runner

E. Holiday décor

F. Doll or sculpture

G. Type not listed

CLASS 5 – COSTUMES

Sub-lots distinguish costumes designed by the exhibitor from costumes made from purchased patterns, free downloads, or magazine/book instructions, etc.  “Designed by the exhibitor” can include design and construction input from the intended wearer.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Sub-lot must be specified.

Sub-lot 1: Designed and constructed by the exhibitor.

Sub-lot 2: Made using a purchased pattern, free download, instructions from a magazine or book, etc.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Sub-lot 1:  BLUE=25   RED=20;  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Sub-lot 2:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, workmanship, and creativity in design and execution.

LOT

A. Adult costume

B. Child’s costume

C. Infant costume

D. Pet costume

E. Type not listed (specify)

CLASS 6 - HOME DÉCOR

This class includes home décor that is not layered and tied or quilted.  Layered and quilted/tied items must be entered in Division G - QUILTING.  Woven items must be entered in Division I – FIBER ARTS.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Pillow

B. Tablecloth, placemats (set of 2), table topper, table runner, centerpiece, candle mat, mug rug, etc.

C. Home décor (pillowcases set of 2, curtains, bed/sofa runner, etc.)

D. Kitchen items (potholders set of 2, kitchen towels set of 2, oven mitt, bowl cozies set of 2, dish covers, dish carriers, basket liners, etc.)

E. Holiday decor

F. Sewn baskets or other storage item

G. Sewn rugs that are not braided (Division F) or woven (Division I) such as rugs made with strips of fabric (including or excluding batting) or fabric-covered rope.

H. Type not listed

CLASS 7 - MISCELLANEOUS SEWING

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship

Points Lots A and B:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots C through H:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Doll or sculpture

B. Toy

C. Tote, purse, or bag

D. Fashion accessories such as scarves, ties, belts, hats

E. Gift items such as pin cushions

F. Doll clothes

G. Faux chenille technique

H. Type not listed

CLASS 8 – PROGRAMMED MACHINE EMBROIDERY

This class is limited to machine programmed embroidery done with either a sewing machine designed for normal sewing, or on a special embroidery/embellishment machine.  Additional lots may be assigned by Superintendent as needed. Embroidery program can be purchased, found online at no cost, or created and programmed by the exhibitor.

This class limited to work done NON-FREE MOTION, including programmed stitches, cams, computer cassettes, and in-the-hoop projects. This class may include items that have been layered and quilted.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. May include items that have been layered and quilted.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on stitch quality, structural design, and finishing

Points Lots A-B:  BLUE=25   RED=20  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots C-J:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Embellished garment, constructed by exhibitor

B. Any item with a motif digitized and programmed by the exhibitor

C. Home Decor on a pre-constructed item

D. Home Decor on an item constructed in the hoop

E. Holiday item

F. Fabric greeting cards, zip-bags & pouches, etc.

G. Embellished garment, ready made

H. Machine-made cutwork, appliqué, lace, or other three-dimensional art

I. Type not listed

CLASS 9 – FREE MOTION MACHINE EMBROIDERY

This class is limited to hand guided (“free motion”) embroidery done on a stationary or movable machine. Additional lots may be assigned by Superintendent as needed.  This technique is also called “thread painting.” This class may include items that have been layered and quilted.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. May include items that have been layered and quilted.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on aesthetics, stitch quality, structural design, and finishing.

Points Lots A-C:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots D-J:  BLUE=20   RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Thread painting - straight stitch

B. Thread painting - side stitch

C. Thread painting - combo straight/side

D. Cutwork

E. Appliqué

F. Bobbin work

G. Machine-made lace or three-dimensional art

H. Design enhancement (highlighting, thread sketching, thread enhancement on hand-painted surface, stamping, dying, etc.)

I. Machine couching

J. Type not listed

 

Division I - Fiber Arts

Entry Time: Monday, July 17, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Please read carefully; classes, lots, and points have changed for 2023!

Division rules:

  1. New Class for 2023: Bands and braids (Class 2);
  2. New Class for 2023: Baskets and woven fiber sculpture (Class 3);
  3. New Class for 2023: Use of exhibitor-handspun yarn (Class 7) - replaces several individual classes relating to the use of exhibitor-handspun yarn.
  4. If using exhibitor-handspun yarn, please enter your project under CLASS 7 - USE OF EXHIBITOR HANDSPUN YARN

CLASS 1 - HANDWEAVING with COMMERCIAL YARN

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Lots A-B:  BLUE=30   RED=25   WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots C-K:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Jacket, coat, or other constructed garment

B. Shawl, stole or poncho

C. Accessories such as scarf, etc.

D. Home décor such as wall hanging, tapestry, pillow, bed or sofa runner, afghan/blanket, or rug

E. Table linens such as tablecloth, table scarf, table runner, placemats (set of 2), napkins (set of 2)

F. Bath linens

G. Kitchen linens (towel, dish cloth, & accessories)

H. Yardage with commercial yarn

I. Child clothing, accessories or blankets

J. Child or pet toys

K. Type not listed

CLASS 2 - BANDS and BRAIDS

Note: If using exhibitor-spun yarn, please enter your project under CLASS 7 - USE OF EXHIBITOR HANDSPUN YARN.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Japanese or Peruvian braiding (e.g. Kumihimo)

B. Ply-split braiding

C. Looped Braiding (e.g. Lucet)

D. Inkle Weaving

E. Tablet Weaving

F. Finger Weaving

G. Sprang

H. Knotting

I. Twisting, Cordage

J. Type not listed

CLASS 3 – BASKETS AND WOVEN FIBER SCULPTURE

This class does not include baskets that are primarily comprised of braided or wound fabrics or sewn using a standard/domestic sewing machine - use Division H, Class 6 for such projects.

If using exhibitor-spun yarn, please enter your project under CLASS 7 - USE OF EXHIBITOR HANDSPUN YARN.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Entries can use natural (e.g., fiber) structure, non-natural (e.g., wire) structure, or both.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Coiled or Knotted

B. Twined

C. Woven - Splintwork or Plaiting

D. Rib Style or Wicker Work

E. Miscellaneous projects such as folded, looped, gourds incorporating basketry techniques, etc.

F. Type not listed

CLASS 4 - HANDSPINNING WITH COMMERCIALLY PREPARED FIBER

This class represents fiber that has been HANDSPUN by exhibitor using commercially-prepared fiber that has been professionally washed and carded or from roving, brick, etc.

Complex yarn is uneven yarn that may be thick and thin or have curls, loops, twists, or differently colored areas along its length. Complex yarn is used to add interesting effects to projects.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Attach a minimum 3-inch square (finished) sample showing intended use of yarn. Yarn must be spun by exhibitor.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:   BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Animal fibers (wool, mohair, angora, silk, alpaca, etc.)

B. Chiengora (all breeds of dog hair)

C. Exotic fiber (animal, plant or man made, e.g. camel, soysilk, tencel)

D. Plant fibers (cotton, flax, other plant fiber)

E. Mixed animal fiber

F. Mixed other fibers

G. Complex yarn (slub, knot, cable, Navajo plied)

H. Commercially dyed yarn

I. Hand dyed

J. Type not listed

CLASS 5 - HANDSPINNING WITH HAND PREPARED FIBER

This class represents fiber that has been washed, carded, and spun by the exhibitor. Articles made from exhibitor hand prepared and handspun fiber may also be entered under CLASS 7 - USE OF EXHIBITOR HANDSPUN YARN.

Complex yarn is uneven yarn that may be thick and thin or have curls, loops, twists, or differently colored areas along its length. Complex yarn is used to add interesting effects to projects.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Attach a minimum 3-inch square (finished) sample showing intended use of yarn. Fiber must be washed, carded and spun by exhibitor.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Wool, mohair, alpaca, or angora

B. Silk (prepared by spinner from cocoons)

C. Chiengora (all breeds of dog hair)

D. Exotic fiber (animal or plant, e.g. camel)

E. Plant fiber (cotton, flax, other)

F. Mixed animal fiber

G. Mixed other fiber

H. Complex yarn (slub, knots, cable, Navajo plied)

I. Commercially dyed

J. Hand-dyed yarn

K. Type not listed

CLASS 6 - SPINDLE SPINNING

Note: If using exhibitor-spun yarn, please enter your project under CLASS 7 - USE OF EXHIBITOR HANDSPUN YARN.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Attach a minimum 3-inch square (finished) sample showing intended use of yarn. Yarn must be spun by exhibitor with any type fiber.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points:  BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Drop Spindle

B. Floor Supported Spindle

C. Cross Supported (Turkish)

D. Thigh Spun

CLASS 7 - USE OF EXHIBITOR HANDSPUN YARN

Complex yarn is uneven yarn that may be thick and thin or have curls, loops, twists, or differently colored areas along its length. Complex yarn is used to add interesting effects to projects.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.  Yarn must be spun by exhibitor. Sample mini-skein of yarn must accompany each entry.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, workmanship, and how well the handspun fiber matches its use in the article.

Points Lots A-F:  BLUE=30  RED=25  WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots G-K:  BLUE=25  RED=20  WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Loom-woven article

B. Loom-woven article using complex yarn

C. Rug hooking using an original design

D. Knitted or crocheted full adult garment (coat, jacket, dress, set) or sweater (including vest or poncho)

E. Knitted or crocheted full adult garment or sweater using complex yarn

F. Hand-woven yardage with exhibitor-handspun yarn

G. Rug hooking using a commercial design

H. Knitted or crocheted small articles such as accessories (mittens, hats, socks, etc.) or children’s clothing (e.g., sweaters)

I. Knitted or crocheted infantwear such as booties, cap, infant dress/suit, sweater, sweater set of 3-5 pieces, socks.

J. Knitted or crocheted home décor (e.g., pillow, afghan, embroidery, crewel or canvas projects, lace), table décor (e.g., table topper, doily), kitchen or bath items (e.g., hand towels, dishtowels, potholders), or child/pet toys.

K. Other non-listed type using exhibitor-handspun yarn

CLASS 8 - FELTING

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Work must be done by exhibitor.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, design, and workmanship.

Points Lots A-C:   BLUE=30   RED=25    WHITE=Ribbon only

Points Lots D-G:   BLUE=25   RED=20   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Hand felted garment, wall hanging, slippers or shoes, purse or bag

B. Machine felted garment, wall hanging, slippers or shoes, purse or bag

C. Needle felted home décor

D. Hand felted child’s toy, pet toy, or other item

E. Machine felted child’s toy, pet toy, or other item

F. Needle felted child’s toy, pet toy, or other item

G. Type not listed

 

Division J - Baking

Entry Time: Monday, July 24, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time (Ribbons and Judges’ comments): Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Division rules:

In addition to the rules listed under “Open Class Home Arts,” the following rules must be observed:

  1. All baking entries become the property of the Fair and will not be returned.

How many items can I enter?

  1. Only three (3) entries per exhibitor per lot will be allowed in Division J.

Preparing your entries

  1. Exhibits requiring refrigeration will not be accepted.
  2. A single recipe cannot be entered more than once within one family.
  3. The same recipe cannot be entered by the same exhibitor two years in a row.
  4. All baked goods must be entered on/in disposable containers; pies must be covered.
  5. No commercial mixes may be used except in specially-indicated lots or for Decorated Cakes or Cupcakes.

Entry forms:

  1. Include entry forms as indicated for all Open Class Home Arts exhibits.
  2. Recipe cards must be included for all Baking entries. 
  3. Recipe cards must include:
  • Exhibitor name  in upper right corner of the recipe. Remember to list YOUTH and age as appropriate.
  • Name of recipe
  • Source of recipe
  • List of ingredients
  • Procedures, temperatures, etc.
  1. Recipe cards are used for judging only and are not returned.

Pickup:

  1. If you wish to receive your ribbons and judging sheets and are not available to pick them up on Monday, July 31, between 1pm and 7pm, please provide a self addressed, business size envelope with 2 oz. postage with each entry.

CLASS 1 - YEAST BREAD

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Enter 1/4 loaf (with end crust) or 3 rolls. Include recipe.  No commercial mixes allowed.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, texture, aroma and flavor.

Points:   BLUE=15   RED=10   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. White

B. Whole Wheat

C. French, Rye or Sourdough

D. Dinner rolls

E. Sweet rolls/pastries

F. Specialty bread

G. Holiday bread

H. Diet restricted (for gluten intolerance, diabetes, or allergies - specify on recipe card)

I. Machine-made (any bread, rolls, or pastries made using a bread-maker machine)

J. Type not listed

CLASS 2 - QUICK BREAD

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Enter 1/4 loaf (with end crust) or 4 muffins/biscuits. Include recipe.  Commercial mixes allowed in Lot H only.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, texture, aroma and flavor.

Points:  BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Fruit

B. Nut

C. Vegetable

D. Coffee Cake

E. Muffins

F. Biscuits

G. Healthy Choice (five grams fat or less & 150 calories or less per serving)

H. Made from a mix + two or more extra ingredients

I. Diet restricted - (for gluten intolerance; diabetes, or allergies - specify on recipe card)

J. Type not listed

CLASS 3 - CAKE

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Enter 1/4 cake, frosted or plain or 3 cupcakes. Include recipe. Commercial mixes allowed in Lot H only.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, texture, aroma and flavor.

Points: BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Angel Food, Chiffon or Sponge

B. Chocolate

C. Fruit (applesauce, etc.)

D. Vegetable (carrot, etc.)

E. Pound

F. White or yellow

G. Cupcakes

H. Made from a mix plus 2 or more extra ingredients

I. Diet restricted - (e.g., gluten intolerance, sugar restrictions, or allergies - specify on recipe card)

J. Type not listed

CLASS 4 - CANDY

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Enter 4 pieces. No commercial mixes are allowed. Include recipe.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, texture, aroma and flavor.

Points:  BLUE=10   RED=5  WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Divinity

B. Fondant

C. Caramel

D. Peanut brittle

E. Fudge, chocolate

F. Fudge, non-chocolate

G. Penuche

H. Fancy

I. Molded

J. Diet restricted (e.g., gluten intolerance, sugar restrictions, or allergies - specify on recipe card)

K. Granola or trail mix (1/2 cup in a lidded glass canning jar)

L. Type not listed

CLASS 5 - COOKIES

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Enter 4 cookies. Commercial mixes allowed in Lot H only. Include recipe.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, texture, aroma and flavor.

Points:  BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Bar

B. Drop

C. Chocolate Chip

D. Shaped or pressed

E. Filled

F. Decorated

G. Biscotti

H. Made from a mix (plus two or more added ingredients)

I. Healthy choice (3 grams or less fat & 100 calories or less per serving)

J. Partner cookie, baked by an adult and child. Please list age of child.

K. Diet Restricted (e.g., gluten intolerance, sugar restrictions, or allergies - specify on recipe card)

L. Type not listed

CLASS 6 - PIES

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. No pies requiring refrigeration will be accepted. Include recipe.  Enter whole pie, except enter 3 hand-held pastries for Lot G.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, texture, aroma and flavor.

Points:  BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Apple

B. Berry

C. Cherry

D. Peach

E. Pear

F. Tarts

G. Hand Held Pastries (3)

H. Type not listed

CLASS 7 - BAKING WITH HONEY

Only honey is allowed as a sweetener for entries in this class.

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot. Include recipe. Honey must be used as the only sweetener; no processed sugars such as white, brown, or powdered, are allowed.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, texture, aroma and flavor.

Points:  BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Yeast Bread (1/4 loaf with end crust)

B. Quick Bread (1/4 loaf with end crust)

C. Cake (1/4)

D. Candy (4 pieces)

E. Cookies (4 cookies)

F. Pies (whole, in covered container)

G. Type not listed

CLASS 8 - DECORATED CAKES or DECORATED CUPCAKES

An artificial base or cake mix may be used instead of a cake made from scratch; 1-layer height is encouraged. Enter whole cake or 3 cupcakes.  Exhibits will NOT be cut. Keep in mind that the Home Arts area is not air conditioned and might get very hot; please formulate your icing and other décor accordingly, if possible.  We want your exhibit to impress visitors throughout the fair!

Entry criteria: Up to 3 entries allowed per lot.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on execution, originality, color coordination, and appearance ONLY.

Points:  BLUE=20  RED=15   WHITE=Ribbon only

LOT

A. Wedding

B. Birthday, holiday, or other special occasion

C. Fair mascot

D. Type not listed

E. Professional (you sell decorated baked items)

 

Division K - Food Preservation

Entry Time: Monday, July 24, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Food Preservation rules have been updated and/or clarified for 2023; please read carefully.

Division rules:

In addition to the rules listed under “Open Class Home Arts,” the following rules must be observed:

How many items can I enter?

  1. A maximum of 10 exhibits may be entered per exhibitor per class AND
  2. Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered in any class or lot.  For example, 1 strawberry jam and 1 raspberry jam may be entered but not 2 strawberry jams. 
  3. Exhibits in question will be referred to superintendents, whose decision is final.

Preparing your entries:

  1. Each exhibit must be processed after August 1, 2022.
  2. In the interest of safety, YOUTH exhibitors MUST be assisted by an adult for hot processing, including choosing a recipe and ensuring appropriate execution of preparation and packaging.
  3. Processing methods must comply with one of the following references:
  1. Current WSU bulletins for canning and preserving foods are available online from WSU Extension at https://pubs.extension.wsu.edu/consumer-food-safety or from Thurston County WSU Extension (360-867-2172):
  2. Under-processed foods or foods not listed in above references will not be accepted or will be disqualified. Items in question will be referred to the superintendents, and their decision is final.

Containers:

  1. Jars - Entries except for soap and vinegar must be exhibited in standard, clear canning jars. 
  • “Standard” jar means clear, standard volume (half-pint, pint, or quart) glass jars that are tempered during the manufacturing process to withstand the heat and pressure necessary in the home-canning process.
  • Brands accepted by the Thurston County Fair include Ball, Kerr, and Mason.  Exceptions may be granted by a superintendent on a case-by-case basis, and the superintendent’s decision is final. 
  • Commercial retail (e.g., mayonnaise) jars, colored jars, and jars with nonstandard shapes (e.g. hexagonal or pot-bellied) are not allowed. 
  • Jars must be clean of any residue.
  1. Lids – New, standard two-piece canning lids (flat lid and band) must be used. Remove screw bands before entry except where noted.
  2. Jar sizes:
  • Half-pint or pint jars only for jams, jellies, sauces, relishes, salsas, and granola.
  • Meats, seafoods, and dehydrated foods may also be entered in quart jars.
  1. Vinegars may be entered in pint or quart canning jars with flat lids and bands or in clear glass decorator bottles that are capped (not sealed).  Exhibits do not need to be processed, and may be opened for tasting.

Entry forms:

  1. Include entry forms as indicated for all Open Class Home Arts exhibits.

Jar Labels

  1. When required, labels must be affixed to the jar lid.
  2. Jar labels must include (as appropriate for your product):
  • Name of product
  • Date processed
  • Packing method (hot or cold; specify pretreatment if any
  • Processing or drying method (boiling water or pressure processing or air, oven, solar, or dehydrator drying)
  • Processing or drying time
  • For tomatoes - amount of citric acid or lemon juice added
  • Drying pre-treatment used
  • Name of publication used for guidance
  1. Labels (sized 2 1/2-inch circle) are available for download from the Thurston County Fair Home Arts website at https://tcfairhomearts.blogspot.com/ or can be obtained from the Home Arts Department at the time of entry.
  2. Jars without labels will not be accepted or will be disqualified. Items in question will be referred to the superintendents, and their decision is final.

Recipes

  1. Recipe cards must be included when indicated with lot description. Pectin manufacturer recipe inserts are acceptable. 
  2. Recipe cards must include:
  • Exhibitor Number (NOT name). Print exhibitor number in upper right corner of the recipe. Remember to list YOUTH and age as appropriate.
  • Name of recipe
  • Source of recipe
  • List of ingredients
  • Procedures, temperatures, etc.

Pick-Up:

  1. Exhibits must be removed on Monday, July 31 between 1pm and 7pm.

Points per exhibit for all classes:   BLUE=10   RED=5   WHITE=Ribbon only

CLASS 1 - CANNED FRUITS AND FRUIT SAUCES

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  For example, 1 peach exhibit and 1 pear exhibit may be entered but not 2 peach exhibits.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor.  Include recipe.

Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, container, label information, and pack.

LOT

A. Any one fruit type

B. Blend of fruits

CLASS 2 - SOFT SPREADS

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered. For example, 1 strawberry jam exhibit and 1 strawberry syrup exhibit may be entered but not 2 strawberry jam exhibits.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe.

Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, container, label information, and pack.

LOT

A. Jams

B. Jellies

C. Fruit butter

D. Conserve

E. Marmalade

F. Syrup

G. Other (specify)

CLASS 3 - CANNED VEGETABLES

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  For example, only one carrot exhibit and one green bean exhibit may be entered but not two carrot exhibits.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe.

Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, container, label information, and pack.

LOT

A. Any one vegetable type

B. Blend of vegetables

CLASS 4 – PICKLES, RELISHES, SALSAS, AND VEGETABLE SAUCES

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered. For example, one peach salsa exhibit and one tomato salsa exhibit may be entered, but not two peach salsa exhibits.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe as indicated for lots.

Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, container, label information, and pack.

LOT

A. Pickles - fruit

B. Pickles - vegetable (include recipe)

C. Pickles - mixed (include recipe if part vegetable)

D. Pickles – Bread & Butter

E. Relishes (include recipe)

F. Salsa (include recipe)

G. Sauces, except fruit sauces, which must be entered in Class 1. (Include recipe)

H. Other (include recipe if part vegetable)

CLASS 5 - MEATS AND SEAFOODS

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  For example, only one chicken exhibit and one goose exhibit may be entered, but not two chicken exhibits. A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe.

Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, container, label information, and pack.

LOT

A. Poultry

B. Domestic meat

C. Game meat

D. Fish

E. Shellfish

F. Other (specify)

CLASS 6 - DEHYDRATED FOODS

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered. For example, one strawberry exhibit and one peach exhibit may be entered, but not two strawberry exhibits. A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor.

All dried food entries must be exhibited in half-pint, pint, or quart canning jars with lids and rings. Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, container, label information, and pack. The jar will be opened when judged to determine the correct amount of dryness in the product. 

LOT

A. Fruits

B. Vegetables

C. Leathers

D. Jerky

E. Soup mixes

F. Herbs

G. Other (specify)

CLASS 7 - HOMEMADE SOAPS

Commercial soap bases may be used. 

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  For example, one lemon hand soap and one mint hand soap may be entered, but not two lemon hand soaps. A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor.  Exhibits must be entered in a disposable, lidded container or plastic zip bag. Label each exhibit with the Exhibitor Number (not exhibitor name) and the Exhibit Title, affixed to the container.  Include a recipe per Division Rules.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, fragrance, and workmanship.

LOT

A. Two bars hand soap

B. Two bars laundry soap

C. One pint of soap granules

D. Glycerin soaps

E. Two bars animal shampoo soaps

F. Two bars milk soaps

G. Other (specify)

CLASS 8 – HONEY

Entry Time: Monday, July 24, 12 noon to 7pm only

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor.  For each exhibit, submit three (3) one-pound Queenline honey jars (glass or plastic).

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, moisture content, fill, containers, flavor, and uniformity.  Exhibits will be opened by judges for tasting.  Color lot will be determined by judge.

LOT

A. Any one type (specify)

B. Blends of types (specify)

CLASS 9 - VINEGARS

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered. For example, one raspberry exhibit and one rosemary exhibit may be entered, but not two raspberry exhibits. No artificial colorants are allowed. Vinegars may be entered either in pint or quart canning jars with lids and rings or clear glass decorator bottles that are capped. Jars/bottles must be labeled with Exhibitor Number and Exhibit Title.  Include recipe.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on appearance, container, pack, and flavor..  Exhibits will be opened by judges for tasting.

LOT

A. Clear

B. Flavored

C. Herb

D. Spiced

E. Other

 

Division L - Beverages

Entry Time: Monday, July 24, 12 noon to 7pm

Pick-up time: Monday July 31, 1-7pm

Division rules

  1. Recipes are required for all entries.  Go to www.bjcp.org for a recipe form for beers.
  2. A maximum of 10 exhibits may be entered per exhibitor per class, AND
  3. Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  For example, one Czech Amber Lager and one Czech Dark Lager may be entered, but not two Czech Amber Lagers.
  4. Exhibitors are responsible for entering their exhibits in the correct class and lot. Assistance is available at the time of entry.  Go to www.bjcp.org for beer style guideline information for beers.

Bottles

  1. Each beer, mead, or cider entry must include two (2) 11-to-12 oz. brown glass bottles with metal caps.
  2. Kolsch-style (ceramic top) bottles WILL NOT be accepted.
  3. Each wine entry must consist of one (1) standard 750 milliliter wine or champagne bottle that is fitted with a cork. Sparkling wine corks must be wired on or (the bottle) capped.

Entry Forms

  1. Include entry forms as indicated for all Open Class Home Arts exhibits.
  2. The title of your entry should include the sub-type.  For example, an entry under Class 1, Lot 3 (Czech Lager) should include the subtype “Pale,” “Premium pale” “Amber” or “Dark,” like this: “Karen’s Czech Premium Pale Lager.”
  3. Remember to write your Exhibitor Name and number on the 3-part Exhibit Card that accompanies your bottles.  Attach this 3-part form to your 2-bottle entry (or each wine bottle) using rubber bands (provided).

Labeling

  1. The only labels allowed to be affixed to bottles are labels containing Exhibitor Numbers.

POINTS for all classes:  BLUE=10   RED=5  WHITE=Ribbon Only

CLASS 1 – BEER

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe.  Each beer entry must include two (2) 11-to-12 oz. brown glass bottles with metal caps. Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements. Go to www.bjcp.org for beer style guideline information as well as a recipe form for beers.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on bouquet, aroma, appearance, flavor, body, drinkability, finish and overall Impression.

LOT

Lot Lot Name Sublot Sublot Name
A.  Standard American Beer 1A American Light Lager
    1B American Lager
    1C Cream Ale
    1D American Wheat Beer
B.  International Lager 2A International Pale Lager
    2B International Amber Lager
    2C International Dark Lager
C.  Czech Lager 3A Czech Pale Lager
    3B Czech Premium Pale Lager
    3C Czech Amber Lager
    3D Czech Dark Lager
D.  Pale Malty European Lager 4A Munich Helles
    4B Festbier
    4C Helles Bock
E.  Pale Bitter European Beer 5A German Leichbier
    5B Kolsch
    5C German Helles Exportbier
    5D German Pils
F. Amber Malty European Lager 6A Marzen
    6B Rauchbier
    6C Dunkles Bock
G. Amber Bitter European Beer 7A Vienna Lager
    7B Altbier
    7C Kellerbier: Pale Kellerbier
    7D Kellerbier: Amber Kellerbier
H. Dark European Lager 8A Munich Dunkel
    8B Schwarzbier
I. Strong European Beer 9A Doppelbock
    9B Eisbock
    9C Baltic Porter
J. German Wheat Beer 10A Weissbier
    10B Dunkles Weissbier
    10C Weizenbock
K. British Bitter 11A Ordinary Bitter
    11B Best Bitter
    11C Strong Bitter
L. Pale Commonwealth Beer 12A British Golden Ale
    12B Australian Sparkling Ale
    12C English IPA
M. Brown British Beer 13A Dark Mild
    13B British Brown Ale
    13C English Porter
N. Scottish Ale 14A Scottish Light
    14B Scottish Heavy
    14C Scottish Export
O. Irish Beer 15A Irish Red Ale
    15B Irish Stout
    15C Irish Extra Stout
P. Dark British Beer 16A Sweet Stout
    16B Oatmeal Stout
    16C Tropical Stout
    16D Foreign Extra Stout
Q. Strong British Ale 17A British Strong Ale
    17B Old Ale
    17C Wee Heavy
    17D English Barleywine
R. Pale American Ale 18A Blonde Ale
    18B American Pale Ale
S. Amber and Brown American Beer 19A American Amber Ale
    19B California Common
    19C American Brown Ale
T. American Porter and Stout 20A American Porter
    20B American Stout
    20C Imperial Stout
U. IPA 21A American IPA
    21B Specialty IPA: Belgian IPA
    21C Specialty IPA: Black IPA
    21D Specialty IPA: Brown IPA
    21E Specialty IPA: Red IPA
    21F Specialty IPA: Rye IPA
    21G Specialty IPA: White IPA
V. Strong American Ale 22A Double IPA
    22B American Strong Ale
    22C American Barleywine
    22D Wheatwine
W. European Sour Ale 23A Berliner Weisse
    23B Flanders Red Ale
    23C Oud Bruin
    23D Lambic
    23E Gueuze
    23F Fruit Lambic
X. Belgian Ale 24A Witbier
    24B Belgian Pale Ale
    24C Biere de Garde
Y. Strong Belgian Ale 25A Belgian Blond Ale
    25B Saison
    25C Belgian Golden Strong Ale
Z. Trappist Ale 26A Trappist Single
    26B Belgian Dubbel
    26C Belgian Tripel
    26D Belgian Dark Strong Ale
AA.  Historical Beer 27A Historical Beer: Gose
    27B Historical Beer: Kentucky Common
    27C Historical Beer: Lichtenhainer
    27D Historical Beer: London Brown Ale
    27E Historical Beer: Piwo Grodziskie
    27F Historical Beer: Pre-Prohibition Lager
    27G Historical Beer: Pre-Prohibition Porter
    27H Historical Beer: Roggenbier
    27I Historical Beer: Sahti
AB American Wild Ale 28A Brett Beer
    28B Mixed-Fermentation Sour Beer
    28C Wild Specialty Beer
AC Fruit Beer 29A Fruit Beer
    29B Fruit and Spice Beer
    29C Specialty Fruit Beer
AD Spiced Beer 30A Spice, Herb, or Vegetable
    30B Autumn Seasonal Beer
    30C Winter Seasonal Beer
AE Alternative Fermentables Beer 31A Alternative Grain Beer
    31B Alternative Sugar Beer
AF Smoked Beer 32A Classic Style Smoked Beer
    32B Specialty Smoked Beer
AG Wood Beer 33A Wood-Aged Beer
    33B Specialty Wood-Aged Beer
AH Specialty Beer 34A Clone Beer
    34B Mixed-Style Beer
    34C Experimental Beer
AI Argentine Styles X1 Dorada Pampeana
    X2 IPA Argenta
AJ Italian Styles X3 Italian Grape Ale

CLASS 2 –MEAD

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe.  Each mead entry must include two (2) 11-12 oz. brown glass bottles with metal caps. Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on bouquet, aroma, appearance, flavor, body, drinkability, finish and overall Impression.

LOT

Lot Lot Name Sublot Sublot Name
A. Traditional Mead M1A Dry Mead
    M1B Semi-Sweet Mead
    M1C Sweet Mead
B. Fruit Mead M2A Cyser
    M2B Pyment
    M2C Berry Mead
    M2D Stone Fruit Mead
    M2E Melomel
C. Spiced Mead M3A Fruit and Spice Mead
    M3B Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Mead
D. Specialty Mead M4A Braggot
    M4B Historical Mead
    M4C Experimental Mead

CLASS 3 –CIDER / PERRY

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product may be entered.  A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe.  Each cider or perry entry must include two (2) 11-12 oz. brown glass bottles with metal caps. No labels on bottles.  Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on bouquet, aroma, appearance, flavor, body, drinkability, finish and overall Impression.

LOT

Lot Lot Name Sublot Sublot Name
A. Standard Cider and Perry C1A New World Cider
    C1B English Cider
    C1C French Cider
    C1D New World Perry
    C1E Traditional Perry
B. Specialty Cider and Perry C2A New England Cider
    C2B Cider with Other Fruit
    C2C Applewine
    C3D Ice Cider
    C3E Cider with Herbs/Spices
    C3F Specialty Cider/Perry

CLASS 4 –WINE

Entry criteria: Only one (1) exhibit of the same product.  For example, one strawberry wine exhibit and one peach wine exhibit may be entered but not two strawberry wines. A maximum of 10 entries may be entered per exhibitor. Include recipe.  Each wine entry must consist of one (1) standard 750 ml wine or champagne bottle that is fitted with a cork. Sparkling wine corks must be wired on or the bottle capped.

Refer to Division Rules for more information on container, labeling, and reference requirements.  No labels other than exhibitor numbers on bottles.

Judging criteria: Judging is based on bouquet, aroma, appearance, flavor, body, drinkability, finish and overall Impression.

LOT

W1. Grape: Red, White, Blush

W2. Fruit or Vegetable

W3. Other (specify)

 

​TBD - Superintendent

RULES:

  1. Entries will be accepted the Saturday, July 22 from 10am until 4pm
  2. Exhibits MUST be removed Monday, July 31, between 3 and 7pm
  3. Exhibits will be divided by age and ability in the following categories:
    • Primary: 9 years and younger
    • Youth: 10-17 years, not a professional
    • Adult: 18 – 61 years, not a professional
    • Senior: 62 and older, not a professional
    • Professional: Any person who gives lessons or engages in the business for profit, regardless of age
  4. All exhibits MUST be the work of the exhibitor.
  5. Each entry will be judged on its merits and points to be considered in judging include: execution, originality and general appeal.
  6. Consult the superintendent regarding space for exhibits, and also for fragile items, well in advance of the Fair.
  7. Collective items such as stamps or coins must have all pieces firmly attached and have a protective transparent covering unless room can be found in a case. All hanging items must be ready to hang. Collections mounted on cardboard or in a frame for hanging, should be covered with a protective transparent covering.
  8. Cash premiums will be awarded for Blue and Red ribbons.
  9. All afghans, needlepoint, needlework, plastic canvas, crochet, or knitted items should be entered in Home Arts on Monday, July 17, 3-7pm.
  10. To clarify any questions, please contact the superintendent or the Fair Office. Premiums will be awarded according to the degree of skill required to construct or execute the craft and shall be determined by the judge as follows:
    • POINTS:
      • Simple:  BLUE - 10  RED - 5  WHITE - RIB
      • Advanced:  BLUE - 25  RED - 15  WHITE - RIB

CLASS 1 - CREATIVE CRAFTS
Four entries per class

LOT

A. Wood working

B. Fabric painting

C. Arrangements: silk, natural/dried material

D. Holiday decorations

E. Jewelry

F. Stained or etched glass

G. Carving - all other media except wood

H. Leather crafts

I. Stuffed animals

J. Ceramics

K. All others

CLASS 2 - DOLLS

LOT

A. Porcelain

B. Soft dolls

CLASS 3 - MINIATURES

LOT

A. Dollhouses

B. All others

CLASS 4 – MODELS

LOT

A. Kit built

B. Kit conversion

C. Scratch built

D. Diorama

​CLASS 5 - COLLECTIVE HOBBIES
Only one collection per person. Superintendent reserves the right to limit the number of items per collection due to space availability. Check with superintendent for special displays. A collection consists of five or more items.

LOT

A. Figurines (animals, salt/pepper shakers, etc.)

B. Dolls

C. Miniatures

D. All others (stamps, stickers, spoons, matchbooks, cars, etc.)

NOTE: Collection shall not exceed 36" in shelf space. Collections will be evaluated on: l) variety of items in collection; 2) variety of media used in construction of items; 3) general interest in collection. Only named exhibitor may arrange display.

CLASS 6 - LEGOS, K-NEX
Three entries per Lot.

LOT

A. Preschool

B. 6  – 8 years

C. 9-11 years

D. 12-14 years

E. 15-17 years

F. 18 years and older

Pieces not on a base will not be accepted.

CLASS 7 - EDUCATIONAL

LOT

A. Model

B. Pictures, posters, etc.

CLASS 8 – LITERATURE
Two entries per Lot.

LOT

A. Poems

B. Short Stories

CLASS 9 – SCRAPBOOKING
Limited to one, two-page spread.

LOT

A. Album page

CLASS 10 - PAPER CRAFTS
One entry per Lot.

LOT

A. Rubber stamping

  1. Cards
  2. Objects (jewelry, boxes, etc.)

B. Paper Crafting

  1. Cards
  2. Origami
  3. Paper Crafting

CLASS 11 - RECYCLING
All items must be handcrafted using recycled materials.

LOT

A. Clothing/ Accessories

B. Created Art Objects

C. Home Decor

​Superintendent: Paul Thomsen (360)349-6067

RULES

  1. Hay entered must have been produced on a farm owned or operated by the exhibitor in Thurston County.
  2. All entries will be placed on display in a special Hay Booth for the duration of the Fair.
  3. Bales tested over 20% moisture will be disqualified.
  4. All entries must be entered by 9pm the night before the first day of fair.
  5. Bales will be entered under the following classes:
    • CLASS 1 - Grass Legume Hay - This hay shall contain a mixture at least 10% grass and 10% legume.
    • CLASS 2 - Legume Hay - This hay shall contain not more than 10% grass, and shall consist only of alfalfa, lotuses and clovers or mixtures thereof.
    • CLASS 3 - Grass Hay - This hay shall contain not more than 10% legumes.
    • CLASS 4 - Any other hay not listed.
    • CLASS 5 - Grasses (up to five different varieties) to be exhibited in sheaves a minimum of three inches in diameter.
    • CLASS 6 - Legumes (up to five different varieties) to be exhibited in sheaves a minimum of three inches in diameter.
    • CLASS 7 - Grains (up to five different varieties) to be exhibited in sheaves a minimum of three inches in diameter.
    • CLASS 8 - Any others not listed.

A "Grand Champion" bale will be selected from one of the Classes with a special award given.
A "Grand Champion" from each Class of crops shall be named if quality merits. Premiums will be awarded in each Class as follows:

  • 1st    65 points
  • 2nd  30 points
  • 3rd  15 points

​NEW VET CHECK ENTRY TIMES

  • 10am-3pm Early entrance and Vet check for 4-H
    Hicks Lake Barn, Swine Barn, Willuweit Pavilion and Simons Barn
  • 3pm-5pm VET CHECK not available. No animals will be allowed to enter the fair at this time.
  • 5pm-9pm Later entrance and Vet check for 4-H
    Hicks Lake Barn, Swine Barn, Willuweit Pavilion and Simons Barn
  1. READ GENERAL RULES.
  2. All animals must be registered and recorded in their respective breed associations. Registration papers must be available for inspection at all times during the show. Must have photo copy of application (if registrations have not been received.)
  3. An entry fee shall be charged for individual entry. No entry fee will be charged for group entries. Entry fees are:
    • DAIRY $3.50 per head
    • BEEF $4.00 per head
    • SHEEP $2.50 per head
    • GOATS $2.50 per head
  4. Each exhibitor shall be eligible to receive two (2) premiums per lot.
  5. In group classes an exhibitor shall be defined as members of the same family or persons that house their animals on the same farm (except for Get of Sire and Dairy Lot Q & R.) one entry per exhibitor/group class.
  6. Space shall be allotted to Thurston County exhibitors first; out of county exhibitors will be given second priority.
  7. Entry fees must accompany entries. Please refer to division rules for entry deadlines.
  8. 4-H and FFA members may enter Open Class under the following conditions:
    1. Must comply with all Open Class Rules and entry deadline.
    2. May only enter if there is an adult Open Class exhibitor entered and exhibiting in open class and is housed in the open class section of the facilities.
  9. Each exhibitor is required to keep their own display in an orderly manner at all times that the Fair is open to the public. (10am to 10pm)

Superintendent: Heather Delaney  heatherdelaney35@gmail.com
Entry Fee: $3.50 per head
Entry Deadline: July 1

RULES

  • Please read and refer to General Rules and General Livestock Rules.
  • Must show registration papers on arrival.
  • Once the Fair officially opens:
    1. No substitutions or additions will be allowed.
    2. No refunds will be given on scratched entries.

CLASS 1 - Ayrshire
CLASS 2 - Brown Swiss
CLASS 3 - Guernsey
CLASS 4 - Holstein
CLASS 5 - Jersey
CLASS 6 - Milking Shorthorn

LOT

A. Junior calf: born after March 1, current year.

B. Intermediate calf: born between Dec. 1, previous year and Feb. 28, current year.

C. Senior calf: born between Sept. 1 and Nov. 30, previous year.

D. Summer junior yearling: born between June 1 and Aug. 31, previous year.

E. Junior yearling: born between March 1 and May 31, previous year.

F. Winter yearling: born between Dec. 1, two years previous and Feb. 28, previous year.

G. Senior yearling: born between Sept. 1 and Nov. 30, two years previous.

​JUNIOR CHAMPION FEMALE ​RIBBON
​RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION FEMALE ​RIBBON

 

LOT

A. Junior two-year-old: born between March 1 and Aug. 31, two years previous.

B. Senior two-year-old: born between Sept. 1, three years previous and Feb. 28, two years previous.

C. Junior three-year-old: born between March 1 and Aug. 31, three years previous.

D. Senior three-year-old: born between Sept. 1, four years previous and February 28, three years previous.

E. Four-year-old: born between Sept. 1, five years previous and Aug. 31, four years previous.

F. Five-year-old and older: born on or before Sept. 1, five years previous.

G. Dry cow: born before Aug. 31, three years previous.

​SENIOR CHAMPION ​RIBBON
​RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION ​RIBBON
​GRAND CHAMPION ​ROSETTE
​RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION ​ROSETTE
​SUPREME CHAMPION ​RIBBON

     

Group Lots

  1. Junior best three females: all born after Aug. 31, previous year, all bred by exhibitor and at least two owned by exhibitor.
  2. Senior best three females: all born before Aug. 31, previous year, all bred by exhibitor and at least two owned by exhibitor.
  3. Dam & daughter
  4. Produce of dam
  5. Exhibitor’s herd: five females, two born after Aug. 31, previous year, two born before Aug. 31, previous year, one any age, all owned by exhibitor.

Payment of premiums will be based on the following points:

​1st 2nd​ 3rd​ 4th​ 5th​
​HEIFERS ​140 125​ 110​ 100​ 85​
​COWS & GROUPS ​245 ​210 ​175 ​140 ​105

Superintendent: Dan Hicks  cowdogs3@yahoo.com
Entry Deadline: July 1
Entry Fee: $4.00 per head

RULES:

Please refer to General Rules and General Livestock Rules.

  1. A minimum of two exhibitors are required to compete for championship.
  2. Herdsmanship will be judged daily.

CLASS 1 - Angus
CLASS 2 - Hereford
CLASS 3 - Shorthorn
CLASS 4 - Simmental
CLASS 5 - Limousin
CLASS 6 - Pinzgauer
CLASS 7- Charolais
CLASS 8 - Other

Payment of premiums will be based on the following points:

​1st ​2nd ​3rd ​4th ​5th
​1-10 head/breed ​280 ​175
​11-20 head ​280 ​175 ​140 ​105
​21 head and over ​280 ​175 ​140 ​105 ​70

LOT

A. Junior heifer calf: born after Jan. 1, current year.

B. Winter heifer calf: born between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31, previous year.

C. Senior heifer calf: born between Sept. 1 and Oct. 31, previous year.

​CHAMPION HEIFER CALF ​RIBBON
​RESERVE CHAMPION HEIFER CALF ​RIBBON

 

LOT

A. Late summer yearling heifer: born between July 1 and Aug. 31, previous year.

B. Early Summer yearling heifer: born between May 1 and June 30, previous year.

C. Junior yearling heifer: born between March 1 and April 30, previous year.

D. Early junior yearling heifer: born between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28, previous year.

E. Senior yearling heifer: born between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, two years previous.

F. Cow and calf: Calf must be born after Jan. 1, current year. Calf can be shown in its individual class. This class not eligible for Champion.

CHAMPION YEARLING HEIFER ​RIBBON
RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING HEIFER ​RIBBON
​GRAND CHAMPION HEIFER ​ROSETTE
​RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION HEIFER ​ROSETTE

 

LOT

A. Junior bull calf: born after Jan. 1, current year.

B. Winter bull calf: born between Nov. 1 and Dec. 31, previous year.

C. Senior bull calf: born between Sept. 1 and Oct. 31, previous year.

CHAMPION BULL CALF ​RIBBON
RESERVE CHAMPION BULL CALF ​RIBBON

 

LOT

A. Late summer yearling bull: born between July 1 and Aug. 31, previous year.

B. Early summer yearling bull: born between May 1 and June 30, previous year.

C. Junior yearling bull: born between March 1 and April 30, previous year.

D. Early junior yearling bull: born between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28, previous year.

CHAMPION YEARLING BULL ​RIBBON
RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING BULL ​RIBBON

 

LOT

A. Senior yearling bull: born between Sept. 1, and Dec. 31, two years previous.

B. Late two-year-old bull: born between May 1 and Aug. 31, two years previous.

C. Early two-year-old bull: born between Jan. 1 and April 30, two years previous.

SENIOR CHAMPION BULL ​RIBBON
RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION BULL ​RIBBON
GRAND CHAMPION BULL ​ROSETTE
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION BULL ​ROSETTE

 

LOT

A. Pair of heifers: all owned by one exhibitor or farm.

B. Pair of bulls: all owned by one exhibitor or farm.

C. Get of sire: four animals any age, both sexes represented all by the same sire, sire to be named.

D. Produce of dam: two animals out of same dam, either sex may be shown.

E. Best Three Head: three animals, any age or sex, all bred and owned by one exhibitor or farm. ONE ENTRY PER EXHIBITOR.

​Superintendent: Dawn Lantz dawnpat_lantz@msn.com
Entry Fee: $2.50 per head
Entry Deadline: July 1
Show Time: 9am, Saturday
Base Date: July 31

RULES:

The Thurston County Fair is an approved ADGA show. ADGA rules will govern. Jr Doe and Sr Doe shows are not separately sanctioned. All handlers must wear WHITE in the show ring. Substitutions: ONLY SAME BREED.

  1. PLEASE READ GENERAL RULES and GENERAL LIVESTOCK RULES.
  2. Paper check-in will be from 4-6pm Friday afternoon. Registration papers are needed for proof of registration and ownership.
  3. Enter Friday 7-8:30am
  4. Show time is 9am Saturday.
  5. Entries are due and must be postmarked by July 1. No entry fees will be refunded after July 15 for any reason. Late entries only by permission from the Superintendent.
  6. Sire and dam name or number must be included for animals used in group classes. Exhibitor must have entered all animals to be shown in the group classes. NO CROSS ENTRIES.
  7. Milk will be disposed of in the manure waste area in a timely manner.

CLASS 1 - TOGGENBURG
CLASS 2 – LAMANCHA
CLASS 3 – ALPINE
CLASS 4 –NIGERIAN DWARF
CLASS 5 – NUBIAN
CLASS 6 – AOP
CLASS 7 – RECORDED GRADE

PREMIUM POINTS:

​1st ​2nd ​3rd ​4th 5th
​90 75​ 65​ 50​

One entry per exhibitor in group lots.

LOT

A. Doe kid: born April 1 to show day

B. Doe kid: born between March 1 and March 31, current year

C. Doe: under one year and before March 1 of current year

D. Doe: one year and under two years - never in milk

JUNIOR CHAMPION DOE
RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION DOE

LOT

A. Jr. get of sire: three females under two yrs never in milk, by same sire, sire to be named.

B. Doe: one and under two years, in milk.

C. Doe: two and under three years, in milk.

D. Doe: three and under four years, in milk.

E. Doe: four and under five years, in milk.

F. Aged Doe

SENIOR CHAMPION DOE
RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION DOE

LOT

A. Champion Challenge – proof of championship must be on registration papers. Champion of the day is automatically entered.

GRAND CHAMPION
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION

LOT

A. Best udder - one entry per exhibitor per breed.

B. Dam and daughter

C. Produce of dam: two females from same dam, dam to be named - owned by one exhibitor.

D. Sr. get of sire: three females, any age, at least one in milk, by same sire, sire to be named.

E. Exhibitor herd: four does, any age, owned by one exhibitor.

BEST DOE OF SHOW

Superintendent: Jason Harold haroldj21@aol.com
Entry Fee: $2.50 per head
Entry Deadline: July 1
Judging: Wednesday, 2pm
Release Time: Thursday, 7pm

RULES

  1. PLEASE READ GENERAL RULES AND GENERAL LIVESTOCK RULES.
  2. Pens will be reserved and exhibitors must accept pen space assigned by the superintendent.
  3. Entries and fees will be returned when pen space is filled. Consideration will be given to entries received as to the time and date received.
  4. All animals must be registered. Registration papers are needed for proof of registration and ownership. Failure of an exhibitor to furnish sufficient evidence will disqualify any animal held in doubt. Paper check-in time will be held prior to show.
  5. All sheep must be wearing the ear tag or tattoo corresponding to the number on entry form and registration papers.
  6. Animals must show appropriate lamb or yearling teeth. If there is any doubt of the animal’s age, the Judge will decide age by examining the teeth of that animal.
  7. Exhibitors will be limited to two entries in single lots and one entry in group lots. Animals in group classes must have been shown in individual classes.
  8. All sheep should be clean and well fitted. Animals should be fit in accordance with individual sheep registry association rules.
  9. All flocks exhibited in open class must be identified by a sign or other appropriate means throughout the duration of the fair. Sign should include Exhibitor’s name, address and breed of animal.
  10. Any change in entries must be made with the superintendent before day of showing. Substitutions may be made only within the same breed class.
  11. Birth dates for following Breeds are as follows:
    • Columbias, Corriedales, Dorsets, Hampshires, Rambouillets, Shropshires, and Suffolks:
      • Fall Lamb: Sept. 1 to Dec. 31
      • Spring Lamb: Jan. 1 to Aug. 31
    • Cheviots, Leicesters, Lincolns, Natural Color, Romney, Southdowns, and other breeds:
      • Fall Lamb: Sept. 1 to Jan. 31
      • Spring Lamb: Feb. 1 to Aug. 31

​CLASS 1 - Border Cheviot
CLASS 2 - Border Leicester
CLASS 3 - Columbia
CLASS 4 - Corriedale
CLASS 5 - Dorset
CLASS 6 - Hampshire
CLASS 7 - Jacob
CLASS 8 - Katahdin
CLASS 9 - Lincoln - White
CLASS 10 - Montadale
CLASS 11 - North Country Cheviot
CLASS 12 - Oxford
CLASS 13 - Romney - White
CLASS 14 - Scottish Blackface
CLASS 15 - Shetland
CLASS 16 - Shropshire
CLASS 17 - Southdown
CLASS 18 - Suffolk
CLASS 19 - Natural colored
CLASS 20 - Natural colored Lincoln
CLASS 21 - Natural colored Romney
CLASS 22 - Other down breed
CLASS 23 - Other wool breed
CLASS 24 - Angora goat
CLASS 25 - Cashmere goat

  ​1st ​2nd ​3rd ​4th ​5th
​​PREMIUM POINTS ​105 ​90 ​75 ​65 ​50

 
LOT (For Classes 1-23)

A. Yearling ram: one year and under two years

B. Fall ram lamb: see date of birth under Rule 11

C. Spring lamb ram: same under Rule 11

D. Pair of ram lambs: under one year. Bred and owned by exhibitor.

​CHAMPION RAM ​RIBBON
​RESERVE CHAMPION RAM ​RIBBON

 

LOT (For Classes 1-23)

A. Yearling ewe: one year and under two

B. Pair of yearling ewes: one year and under two years. Bred and owned by exhibitor.

C. Fall ewe lamb: see Rule 11 for date of birth

D. Spring ewe lamb: birth date Rule 11 guidelines

E. Pair of ewe lambs: under 1 year. Bred and owned by exhibitor.

CHAMPION EWE ​RIBBON
​RESERVE CHAMPION EWE ​RIBBON

 

LOT (For Classes 1-23)

A. Young flock: 1 ram lamb and 2 ewe lambs, "bred and owned by exhibitor".

B. Flock: one ram (yearling or lamb) and two yearling ewes and two ewe lambs, "bred and owned by exhibitor".

C. Get of Sire: fout animals, lamb or yearling, both sexes represented, all by same sire.

D. Best Pair: two animals bred and owned by exhibitor " both sexes must be represented".

LOT (For Classes 24-25)

A. Does under one year and of age

B. Does one-two years of age

C. Does over two years of age

SUPREME CHAMPION RAM Revolving Plate
SUPREME CHAMPION EWE Revolving Plate

​Superintendent: Kathie McWaid  (360) 438-3476
Entry Fee: $1.00 per fleece
Entry Deadline: Wednesday, 10am

RULES

  1. Registration will be made at the Thurston County Fair Office by the Tuesday before fair. This is to include all 4-H or FFA fleece to enter the Open Class Fleece.
  2. Fleece must be one year (l2 months) growth or less.
  3. Fleece must be exhibited with sheared side out.
  4. Open Class fleece or fiber should be brought to the fair on Tuesday, prior to the opening of fair, Noon to 9pm.
  5. Limit two entries per exhibitor per class.
​1st ​2nd ​3rd ​4th ​5th
​PREMIUM POINTS ​45 ​35 ​25 ​15 ​5

 

​Champion ​RIBBON
​Reserve Champion RIBBON​

 

CLASS 1 - Border Cheviot
CLASS 2 - Border Leicester
CLASS 3 - Columbia
CLASS 4 - Corriedale
CLASS 5 - Dorset
CLASS 6 - Hampshire
CLASS 7 - Jacob
CLASS 8 - Lincoln
CLASS 9 - Montadale
CLASS 10 - North Country Cheviot
CLASS 11 - Oxford
CLASS 12 - Polypay
CLASS 13 - Romney
CLASS 14 - Shetland
CLASS 15 - Shropshire
CLASS 16 - Southdown
CLASS 17 - Suffolk
CLASS 18 - Natural color
CLASS 19 - Other wool breeds
CLASS 20 - Other down breeds
CLASS 21 - Commercial
CLASS 22 - Goat

LOT

A. Cashmere

B. Mohair

C. Pygora

D. Angora

CLASS 23 - RABBIT

LOT

A. English Angora

B. French Angora

C. Giant Angora (White Only)

D. Satin Angora

CLASS 24 - Alpaca

CLASS 25 - Llama

LOT

A. Sheared

B. Brushed

Superintendent: Jason Harold  haroldj21@aol.com

The Thurston County Fair Guidelines for the Lead Class show are as outlined:

  1. Entrants will be divided into three classes as outlined below.
  2. Sheep must be conditioned, fitted and trained to show on a halter.
  3. Participants need not own the sheep they are showing.
  4. Contestants must wear a garment made of no less than 70% wool.
  5. Entries shall include a description of the garment to be worn, the background of the contestant and the breed of the sheep shown (max. of 200 words please). This commentary will be read aloud during the contestant’s promenade in the ring.
  6. Entrants will be judged as follows:
    1. Garment 40%
    2. Handling and appearance of sheep 30%
    3. Exhibitor’s over-all image 30%
  7. Entries are due by Wednesday at 10am. Contest to be held on Wednesday. Check schedule of events for time.
  8. All exhibitors are encouraged to participate in the Lads and Lassies Lead Contest, including non-sheep exhibitors.
  9. No entry fee.
  ​1st ​2nd ​3rd ​4th ​5th
​PREMIUM POINTS ​105 90 ​75 65 ​50

 

CLASS 1 - AGES 12 and under
CLASS 2 - AGES 13-17
CLASS 3 - AGES 18 AND OVER

​Co-Superintendent: John and Crystal Hansen, zzilmsmom@gmail.com
Entry Deadline: July 1

Entry Fee: $1 per bird; $1 per dozen eggs

RULES

  1. PLEASE READ GENERAL RULES AND GENERAL LIVESTOCK RULES.
  2. Notice of entries must be made by July 1st at the Fair Office.
  3. All poultry must be passed through a vet check between 4pm - 8pm Tuesday the day before the Fair opens and not removed before 7pm Sunday, closing day of the Fair.
  4. All poultry must pass a disease and parasite inspection upon arrival and during the Fair. Be sure to dust poultry before entering them. Poultry having lice or showing signs of sickness or are excessively dirty will be refused entry by the superintendent and/or vet.
  5. Birds shown in a trio or pen cannot be shown as singles.
  6. Cash premiums will be given in all classes, if two or more in class and lot, otherwise ribbons only.
  7. All poultry will be judged by the American System.
  8. All poultry entered must be purebred and entered according to the Standards of Perfection. No crossbreeds, please.
  9. All poultry should be banded with numbered bands for identification. This number should be recorded on the entry blank.
  10. Chickens entered in Open Class cannot be entered as a 4-H entry.
  11. All exhibitors are expected to participate in Herdsmanship. . (The number of shifts required will be determined by the number of participants.)
  12. Fowl will be exhibited in cages provided by the fair. Entries are subject to space availability. Feed and shavings will be provided for all entries during the course of the fair. Exhibitors may be limited on entries by the Superintendent depending on space available.
  13. All Exhibitors will be responsible for cleaning their own cages, feeding and watering their own birds DAILY before 10:00 a.m.

PREMIUM POINTS:  BLUE - 30  RED - 20  WHITE - 10

​Champion Special Award
​Reserve Champion ​Special Award
​Best of Show ​Special Award
​Reserve of Show ​Special Award
​Reserve Champion Special Award

 

​CLASS 1 - CHICKENS (LARGE) STANDARD

LOT

A. Cock

B. Hen

C. Old trio

D. Cockerel

E. Pullet

F. Young trio

CLASS 2 - CHICKENS - BANTAMS

LOT

A. Cock

B. Hen

C. Old trio

D. Cockerel

E. Pullet

F. Young trio

CLASS 3 - DUCKS

LOT

A. Old drake

B. Old duck

C. Young drake

D. Young duck

CLASS 4 - GEESE

LOT

A. Old gander

B. Old goose

C. Young gander

D. Young goose

CLASS 5 - TURKEYS

LOT

A. Old Tom

B. Old Hen

C. Young Tom

D. Young Hen

CLASS 6 - OTHER

LOT

A. Pigeon

B. Pheasant

C. Pea Fowl

D. Dove

E. Other

CLASS 7 - EGGS

LOT

Entries to consist of a group of 3 eggs displayed on plates provided. Each exhibitor limited to 4 entries total. Eggs to be uniform in shape, shell texture, size, color and appearance. One egg may be cracked open, at the Judges discretion, to judge internal characteristics.

A. Large Eggs: Breed and color of egg noted on entry form

B. Bantam Eggs: Breed and color of egg noted on entry form

C. Waterfowl Eggs: Breed and color of egg noted on entry form

D. Non-Standard Eggs: Breed (if Known) and color of egg noted on entry form. NOTE: Non - Standard eggs included birds not accepted in the APA Standard of Perfection, mixed breeds and those of unknown ancestry.

​Superintendent: TBD

RULES

  1. Members exhibiting llamas at the Fair must enter Fitting and Showing.
  2. No llamas will be allowed in the horse arena.
  3. Any llama unmanageable by exhibitor member will be sent home.
  4. Any llama showing extreme signs of stress will be sent home.
  5. No tranquilizers will be allowed.
  6. An exercise area will be assigned for llamas. Llamas will not be allowed in other areas of the Fairgrounds without special permission from the Llama superintendent.
  7. Llamas/Alpacas must be attended by their exhibitors every day of the Fair.
  8. Eligible Llamas/Alpacas: Intact males are accepted as long as they can handled safely by the exhibitor, geldings, and females.
  9. Llamas/Alpacas of any age may compete in any class except packing. Llamas/Alpacas younger than 12 months will use a day pack with 2lbs in each side in the Pack Class competition.

POINTS:  BLUE - 20  RED - 15  WHITE - 10 

CLASS 1 - SKILLS CONTEST

LOT

A. PACKING

  1. Novice
  2. Junior
  3. Senior

B. HANDLER

  1. Novice
  2. Junior
  3. Senior

CLASS 2 - OBSTACLES

LOT

A. Novice

B. Junior

C. Senior

OBSTACLE COURSE - Llama/Alpacas to compete, packed or unpacked, through planned obstacle course. May include water hazard, jumps, backing, maze, etc. Consideration made for incomplete attempts.

CLASS 3 - PUBLIC RELATIONS
WORKING WITH THE PUBLIC

LOT

A. Novice

B. Junior

C. Senior

 

 

SALE MANAGER:  Committee President

SIFTING COMMITTEE:  Members of the Sale Committee

WEIGHMASTERS & SALE COORDINATORS:  Members of the Sale Committee

AUCTIONEERS:  To Be Announced

SPONSORS: Market Sale Committee, community agricultural youth organizations

 

PURPOSE:

To provide an outlet for youth to exhibit and sell quality market livestock (steers, hogs, lambs, meat goats, and market rabbits) which have reached marketable weight and grade.  Sellers and the bidders and/or buyers are reminded that the price paid to the seller on their animal may not, in fact, reflect a true market price at the time of the sale.  It is the desire of the sponsors that the buyer of the animals featured in this sale will bid sufficiently to cover the individual exhibitor’s additional expenses incurred.  Any animal sold in the auction is suitable for process at the time of the sale.

 

RULES, REGULATIONS AND ELIGIBILITY:

  1. Each exhibitor must be enrolled in 4-H or be a member of an FFA Chapter and be actively caring for the animal(s) exhibited as a 4-H project or an FFA farming project. 4-H and FFA members must be enrolled as a member of Thurston County 4-H or a Thurston County FFA Chapter. Each 4-H and FFA member must follow the rules and regulations of their respective organization and the Thurston County Fair. If any disciplinary action is taken of an exhibitor during the fair, the committee reserves the right to review all actions and may result in not being allowed to sell.
     
  2. This notice of Intent to Sell/Memorandum of Understanding shall be completed to be eligible for the sale and be postmarked by April 30, 2023 for steers and June 1, 2023 for sheep, hogs, meat goats & meat rabbits. Intent must be mailed to Market Animal Sale Committee, PO BOX 695 East Olympia, WA. 98540 or emailed to tcymas@gmail.com.  Copies of this Memorandum of Understanding & Intent to Sell form are available on the TCYMAS website at wwww.TCYMAS.org.
     
  3. The market sale sifting committee shall inspect all animals entered in the division between 6:00pm and 9:00pm on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 during weigh-in.  If the animal does not meet weight limits, the exhibit will be eliminated from the auction. However, exhibitor may change his/her entry and show it in the appropriate division, class & lot, not associated with the market animal sale.  Exhibitor must be present for inspection and weigh-in.  NO PROXIES ALLOWED WITHOUT PRIOR SALE COMMITTEE APPROVAL.
     
  4. No steers having horns longer than 2 inches will be permitted.
     
  5. All market goats will be dehorned. Any scurs will be under two inches.
     
  6. Market hogs may be gilts or barrows; market lambs may be wethers or ewes; meat goats may be wethers or does; rabbits may be bucks or does.
     
  7. Market lambs must have no more than ¾ of an inch of fleece.
     
  8. Market rabbits: exhibitors must own the doe on or before date of kindle.
     
  9. Market rabbits must be one of the recognized ARBA commercial meat breeds or a cross of those commercial breeds.
     
  10. No animal previously sold at any youth sale shall be allowed to be resold at the Thurston County Youth Market Animal Sale.
     
  11. If you choose to participate in the Thurston County Youth Animal Market Sale you may not cross enter that project animal into any neighboring county fair market animal sales for the current year (the Northwest Junior Livestock Show, Puget Sound Livestock Show and Washington Junior Lamb Carcass Show are not county fairs.)
     
  12. All sheep and goats entered into the Thurston County Youth Market Animal Sale shall be identified as per the USDA-APHIS Scrapie Mandatory Identification Program for sheep and goats.

 

ENTRY REGULATIONS:

  1. Each exhibitor may consign up to two (2) separate units, but not two units of the same species.  A unit is considered to be: a single steer, a single market hog, a single market lamb, a single meat goat, a single market rabbit fryer or a single market rabbit pen of three (3) fryers.
     
  2. Exhibitors may not withdraw their exhibits from the show or auction after weigh-in on the day before the fair.
     
  3. Market animals must not be in any type of partnership.  If this rule is violated, future entries into the sale may be limited.
     
  4. Exhibitors and/or others may not buy animals for specific return of animals to the seller to be shown at other shows and/or market sales by any exhibitor.
     
  5. NO ANIMAL WILL BE ALLOWED TO SELL UNLESS AN INTENT TO SELL/MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING OF SALE RULES IS SIGNED BY EXHIBITOR, LEADER/ADVISOR, AND PARENT/GUARDIAN AND RECEIVED BY SECRETARY BY DUE DATES INDICATED ON INTENT TO SELL FORM.
     
  6. No animal will be weighed without a completed Market Health Record.
     
  7. Sellers of market steers at the final weigh-in must complete and hand in a hauling slip and bill of sale if the animal is branded.
     
  8. Cost worksheets will be required to be posted for every animal by noon on Thursday of fair week.

 

ANIMAL IDENTIFICATION:

Animals should be tagged, branded, or tattooed prior to arriving at the fairgrounds.  Tags will be available prior to the sale.  Rabbit tattoo numbers will be entered onto Intent to Sell form before weigh-in. 

 

SALE REGULATIONS:

  1. The official judge while judging for type may exclude the exhibit from the sale if the animal fails to meet the minimum grade as established.
     
  2. All project animals found eligible for the sale will be weighed for sale weight on Tuesday during weigh-in.  Sellers must be present to bring their animals into the auction ring or they will not be sold.  NO PROXIES ALLOWED WITHOUT PRIOR SALE COMMITTEE APPROVAL.
     
  3. If a weight is contested on any animal, the animal must stay within the scale area and be re-weighed immediately.
     
  4. All project animals will be sold by the pound.
     
  5. All sales are final.
     
  6. Sale order will be determined by sale committee and the judge.
     
  7. USDA requirements for withdrawal of feed additives and medications shall be followed.  If the animal is condemned during processing for violation of these USDA requirements, it is the seller’s responsibility to absorb the loss.

 

PAYMENTS FROM SALE:

  1. Proceeds of the sale will be distributed to sellers/exhibitors or their assignors after payments have been received from all buyers.  No payment will be made to the seller/exhibitor until the treasurer has collected all proceeds of the sale.
     
  2. A 5% commission will be deducted from all revenues (including sales and add-ons) to cover the cost of facilitating the sale.

 

SELLER’S RESPONSIBILITY:

  1. Each exhibitor will complete one Intent to Sell forms for each animal unit they intend to exhibit and sell.  The animal must be identified in some manner. 
     
  2. Each exhibitor and seller assumes the responsibility for securing at least three potential buyers for each animal to be sold.
     
  3. Sellers of market steers must provide buyers with a rope halter, which may or may not be returned to exhibitor.  This halter must be left on steer in the barn.
     
  4. All exhibitors are required to care for market animals until the animal leaves the fairgrounds or until the livestock release time.

 

BUYER’S RESPONSIBILITY:

It is required that the buyers of animals and monetary supporters of the sale will pay cash, check or credit card following the sale or make arrangements with the Treasurer.

 

LIVE WEIGHT, GRADING, & AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR MARKET ANIMALS:

  1. If the weight of an animal is contested it must stay in the immediate vicinity of the scale to be re-weighed.
  • MARKET STEERS:  1000 pound minimum.  Must grade either select or choice to qualify for the sale. Desirable age of steers should be less than 24 months of age.  Only steers awarded a blue or red ribbon in their type class will be allowed to sell.
     
  • MARKET LAMBS:  90 pound minimum to 160 pound maximum.  Must grade either select or choice to qualify for the sale and not have over ¾ of an inch of fleece.   Only lambs awarded a blue or red ribbon in their type class will be allowed to sell.
     
  • MARKET HOGS:  220 pound minimum to 300 maximum.  Must grade either USDA #1 or USDA #2 to qualify for the sale.  Only hogs awarded a blue or red ribbon in their type class will be allowed to sell. 
     
  • MEAT GOATS: 60 pound minimum.  Goats must be a Boer or meat breed cross, be less than a year old, and cannot have lost their first milk teeth at time of weigh-in.  Goats will be graded on weight, muscle tone, and overall condition.  Only goats awarded a blue ribbon in their type class will be allowed to sell.
     
  • MARKET RABBITS: Single fryers must be under 70 days of age and be 3.5 pounds minimum to 6 pounds maximum.  Fryer pens will consist of 3 rabbits under 70 days of age and each weighing 3.5 pounds minimum to 6 pounds maximum.  Only fryers and fryer pens awarded a blue ribbon in their type class will be allowed to sell.

 

QUESTIONS?:

Questions or concerns regarding this Memorandum of Understanding can be addressed to the Thurston County Youth Market Animal Sale Committee at PO Box 695 East Olympia, WA 98540.